The BEST episodes of Gold Rush
Every episode of Gold Rush ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Gold Rush!
Teams of miners face various obstacles and overcome several challenges as they dig for gold in the lesser-known regions across Canada and the United States.
#1 - New Blood
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/17/2014
Returning for Season 5 is Parker, who proved himself in his rookie season mining the Klondike when he brought in over 1,000 ounces of gold worth $1.4 million. This time around, he's set a lofty goal to double his take. Todd is also back after hitting rock bottom in the jungles of Guyana, South America, where he lost his land, most of his money, and ultimately his crew. Finally, Tony aka "The Viking," and his team return after buying a $1 million, 75-year-old floating gold dredge he hopes will be his ticket to wealth.
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#11 - The Last Dance
Season 15 - Episode 23 - Aired 4/18/2025
Rick digs up his last gold of the season from Vegas Valley. Parker opens yet another cut, hoping to hit his season goal before winter strikes. Tony fires up at the Hester Cut, and his son Kevin's judgment day arrives.
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#13 - Winter's Reckoning
Season 14 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/1/2024
Tony calls his son Kevin to help fire up nearly every plant he can, including Dredge #1. Parker squeezes every ounce of gold out of his Dominion Creek claim. Rick battles freezing equipment in his final bid for a comeback.
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#16 - Day of Reckoning
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/21/2014
Todd’s claim owner arrives unannounced to take stock of the Hoffman’s operation. Dustin returns from the mountains just in time for the final clean up. Unwilling to admit defeat, Parker uses a new piece of equipment to thaw his frozen paydirt.
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#22 - Blood, Sweat, and Gold
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/16/2015
As a new mining season begins, Parker gets off to a disastrous start when he loses key crew and Tony orders him off his claim. Todd sets a massive goal for the season and Tony reveals big plans to expand his operation.
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#24 - Parker Heats Up
Season 15 - Episode 22 - Aired 4/11/2025
Parker tries to keep his hot streak going by tapping into a fresh pay layer on Dominion Creek. Rick departs for urgent business, leaving his struggling crew in charge. Tony makes a surprise purchase for the Hester Cut.
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