Best Episodes
Calling all Gold Rush fans! If you're someone who loves the thrill of the hunt and the glimmer of gold, then this TV show is a must-watch for you. Gold Rush takes you on a wild journey as you follow the lives of ambitious miners who venture north in search of the ultimate treasure: gold.
With each passing season, the stakes get higher and the risks become even more daring. New miners, new claims, new machines, and new techniques all come into play as these brave individuals do whatever it takes to pull gold out of the ground. It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, filled with triumphs, heartbreaks, and everything in between.
Started in 2010, Gold Rush has captivated audiences for over a decade with its high-octane adventures and captivating storylines. Whether you're a fan of the show or new to the Gold Rush craze, join us as we dive into the best episodes that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to be swept away by the gold fever and join the hunt alongside these determined miners. Discovery's Gold Rush is waiting for you, so grab your pickaxe and let's get started!
Written by Sophie and last updated on nov 30, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!
Rick returns to the Deep Cut to settle the score. Parker does the unthinkable to get down to gold at Mud Mountain. Fred sends his son-in-law packing when he crosses the line.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 206 votes.
As gold from Mud Mountain rolls in Parker's crew builds a massive pad to get through the Ugly Cut in record time. Fred forms an unexpected partnership to double his gold. Tony revives his Indian River plans.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 216 votes.
Parker plans to limit the royalties he owes Tony while Tony's sons fight frozen pay. Rick gets help from an unexpected source.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 244 votes.
Rick's crew races to rescue a greenhorn and her rock truck. In a rush to get on the gold, Parker's team sends water flooding into their claim.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 247 votes.
Parker breaks out Big Red during a gamble on Mud Mountain while Rick's wash plant disintegrates before his very eyes. Fred is ready to sluice before getting bad news from Freddy and Juan.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 239 votes.
Parker gambles 100 ounces to prospect Little Eldorado Creek in Alaska. Fred confronts a crew member with a secret. Rick launches a risky mission to rescue Monster Red. Tony’s crew sink the new D11 chasing gold rich white channel pay.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 228 votes.
To fuel his big gamble Parker cranks up Sluicifer. Fred faces being shut down after a surprise inspection. On a hunt for new ground, Brennan sinks Rick’s massive 475 bulldozer. Later, Todd Hoffman and crew reveal why they went to Guyana and how they found big gold.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 253 votes.
Parker's crew sinks a loader setting up Big Red and clocks in their first double-gold weigh of the year. Tony finds a gold-rich glory hole at the Megacut.
The episode was rated 7.64 from 222 votes.
Parker risks destroying Big Red to finally find Mud Mountain's big gold. Rick's forced to slow down his operation when massive rocks threaten to destroy Monster Red. Tony heads to the Yukon River for a quick cash infusion.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 225 votes.
Rick finally hits the rich pay layer in Rally Valley and accelerates his plans. Tony prospects new ground in Keno. Tensions rise on California Creek when a one-two punch shuts down Fred and the Clayton's wash plant.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 213 votes.
Rick soups up Monster Red to battle the rocky and increasingly rich Rally Valley pay. Parker tasks Tyson with running Bad Cut on a skeleton crew. Fred fights a flood to stay on the gold.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 224 votes.
Tony's confronted with news that throws him into a tailspin, while Fred banks his first gold of the season. And, Parker's crew stalls out at the Airstrip.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 252 votes.
Parker bets on a risky claim and loses a key team member, while Tony storms a cut with a fleet of new mega machines. Plus, Rick's skeleton crew pulls off...
The episode was rated 7.72 from 246 votes.
Parker pivots to a new cut, hoping to reverse his cash flow. Rick's season rests in the hands of a green mechanic. Tony taps a favorite honey hole and welcomes a new addition. Fred finds gold in the wilderness.
The episode was rated 7.75 from 235 votes.
In the latest episode of Gold Rush, titled "From Finish to Start," the stakes are higher than ever. Parker takes a $5-million gamble on Mud Mountain, and everyone is holding their breath to see if it pays off. Will Parker's risky move lead to a golden pay day, or will it leave him empty-handed?
Meanwhile, Rick is on a record-breaking spree. He's determined to push his limits and achieve new heights in gold mining. Will his determination result in a major breakthrough for his team?
But it's not just Parker and Rick who are making waves. Fred is ready to fight back and prove that he has what it takes to succeed. With the season goal set at just one ounce, Fred knows that he needs to give it his all if he wants to make a name for himself in the gold mining world.
And let's not forget about Tony, who continues to pile on the gold. His expertise and experience are evident as he consistently finds success in his mining endeavors. Will Tony's winning streak continue in this episode?
Tune in to Gold Rush's "From Finish to Start" to find out if Parker's gamble pays off, if Rick breaks more records, if Fred reaches his season goal, and if Tony continues to strike gold. This episode is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat as the miners navigate the unpredictable world of gold mining. Don't miss it!
(Note: The comments mentioning Todd's return and the separate show, Hoffman Family Gold, are unrelated to this episode and will not be featured in "From Finish to Start.")
The episode was rated 7.83 from 210 votes.
