The BEST episodes of Gold Rush season 16

Every episode of Gold Rush season 16, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Gold Rush season 16!

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.

Last Updated: 12/8/2025Network: DiscoveryStatus: Continuing
Pick Me Someone to Fire
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7.89
75 votes

#1 - Pick Me Someone to Fire

Season 16 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/5/2025

Parker tasks Tyson with finding the weakest link in the crew. Tony approaches Parker to make a deal and raids his son Mike's operation. Rick fires up on Lightning Creek for the first time.

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Records Will Be Broken
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7.86
129 votes

#2 - Records Will Be Broken

Season 16 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/7/2025

Parker launches a cutthroat plan for a 10,000-ounce season -- and he poaches a rival's crew member. Tony cashes in early with a big score. Rick scrambles to find new ground.

Buzz in the Hills
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7.75
103 votes

#3 - Buzz in the Hills

Season 16 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/28/2025

Parker pushes Mitch to deliver Sulphur Creek gold and records a big score. Buzz lands on an unlikely claim. Tony's pressure tests a new foreman.

Rick's Bold Call
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7.66
123 votes

#4 - Rick's Bold Call

Season 16 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/21/2025

Rick balks at the terms for his new claim and makes a bold move. Parker's foreman, Tyson, battles a flooded cut and a batch of new recruits. Tony explodes on a batch of rookies flipping over trucks.

Eager Beavers
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7.49
122 votes

#5 - Eager Beavers

Season 16 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/14/2025

Tony battles a big beaver to get at the gold. Parker poaches more crew, doubling gold production. Rick tries to strike a deal for a new claim.