You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 48739 (Tawas, MI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 48739 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Outdoor Rooftop Directional Antenna
Signals here are mostly distant or weak. A rooftop directional antenna (with a mast preamp) gives you the best shot at reliable HD.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: NE (34°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NE (34°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 48739
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | CBS | WBKB-TV Alpena, MI · Full Power | 27.9 mi | NE (34°) | High VHF RF 11 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 6 | PBS | WCML Alpena, MI · Full Power | 55.3 mi | NNW (344°) | UHF RF 24 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 5 | CBS | WNEM-TV Bay City, MI · Full Power | 62.2 mi | S (180°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | CBS | WWTV Cadillac, MI · Full Power | 75.9 mi | WSW (258°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | NBC | WPBN-TV Traverse City, MI · Full Power | 65.7 mi | WNW (294°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 35 | PBS | WDCQ-TV Bad Axe, MI · Full Power | 57.9 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 27 | PBS | WCMV Cadillac, MI · Full Power | 65.7 mi | WNW (294°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Tawas, MI Free TV Channels (17.4 mi from ZIP 48739 center) · Browse all Michigan cities & ZIPs.
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