You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 49431 (Ludington, MI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 49431 · 1 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 (53°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NE (53°), 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 49431
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | PBS | WCMW Manistee, MI · Full Power | 8.0 mi | NNE (29°) | UHF RF 20 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 9 | CBS | WWTV Cadillac, MI · Full Power | 54.3 mi | ENE (77°) | High VHF RF 9 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 13 | ABC | WZZM Grand Rapids, MI · Full Power | 51.6 mi | SSE (151°) | High VHF RF 13 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | NBC | WPBN-TV Traverse City, MI · Translator | 40.7 mi | ENE (58°) | UHF RF 22 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 33 | FOX | WFQX-TV Cadillac, MI · Full Power | 54.3 mi | ENE (77°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 14 | PBS | WCMU-TV Mount Pleasant, MI · Full Power | 61.4 mi | ESE (104°) | UHF RF 26 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 35 | PBS | WGVU-TV Grand Rapids, MI · Full Power | 74.1 mi | SSE (160°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | W36FA-D Hesperia, MI · Low Power | 33.9 mi | SSE (147°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Ludington, MI Free TV Channels (1.8 mi from ZIP 49431 center) · Browse all Michigan cities & ZIPs.
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