You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 54862 (Hayward, WI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 54862 · 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: ENE (77°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ENE (77°), 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 54862
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | PBS | WLEF-TV Park Falls, WI · Full Power | 41.8 mi | ENE (77°) | UHF RF 36 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31GH-D Hayward, WI · Translator | 19.0 mi | NW (314°) | UHF RF 31 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | ABC | WDIO-DT Duluth, MN · Full Power | 83.0 mi | NW (325°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | NBC | WEAU Eau Claire, WI · Full Power | 79.4 mi | S (174°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 21 | FOX | KQDS-TV Duluth, MN · Full Power | 83.2 mi | NW (325°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 28 | PBS | WHWC-TV Menomonie, WI · Full Power | 63.8 mi | SW (215°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | PBS | WDSE Duluth, MN · Full Power | 83.2 mi | NW (325°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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