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The Best Episodes of Gold Rush: White Water Season 5

Every episode of Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Gold Rush: White Water Season 5!

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Gold miners Dakota Fred and his son Dustin are back – returning to McKinley Creek Alaska, determined to make a fortune no matter the risk. But to find the big gold payout, they'll put their

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 7 - Gamblin' Man
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    S5:E7

    In a bid to rescue his season, Dustin plans a daring double dive to get gold. Meanwhile, Kayla's crew struggles to adapt after losing a crew member.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 5 - Groundbreaking Gold
    7.4/10(13 votes)

    S5:E5

    Fred opens the door to a new site. After a bust-up with Fred, Kayla makes a discovery that will change the course of their entire season.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 8 - Hard Times at House Rock
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    S5:E8

    In an act of sheer desperation, Dustin Hurt gambles his future on a dangerous mining strategy.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 9 - Cut And Run
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    S5:E9

    Dustin makes a controversial decision that changes the course of the entire season. Kayla makes a desperate attempt at uncovering a life-changing pile of gold.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 3 - Shake Up
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    S5:E3

    Under extreme pressure to get his first gold of the season, Dustin pushes both crews to their limits at one of the world's most dangerous mine sites. And before they can prove themselves, mother nature shakes things up.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 11 - Curse of the Gold Gods
    7.3/10(12 votes)

    S5:E11

    With just a month left of the season, both crews are closing in on bedrock gold. But a life-threatening accident at Dustin's site forces his crew out of the water, while Kayla's crew battles an impenetrable obstacle.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 15 - A Golden Opportunity
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    S5:E15

    Dakota Fred and his son Dustin risk their lives to find a fortune in gold nuggets, taking them deep beneath the waters of one of Alaska’s wildest creeks.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 6 - Boiling Point
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    S5:E6

    Fred celebrates his 78th birthday by diving for gold. Kayla's crew is on a hot streak, but their luck runs out as tensions between crew members reach a boiling point.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 10 - Robbery At House Rock
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    S5:E10

    Kayla's two dredge operation is on track to hit paydirt, but Dustin is forced to jeopardize her success for the greater good of Dustin's expanding empire.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 12 - Blackout
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    S5:E12

    Just inches from bedrock and a potential life-changing payday at the Chute, Dustin Hurt and his crew are forced to dive in the most dangerous conditions they've ever faced.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 16 - The Last Stand
    7.0/10(12 votes)

    S5:E16

    Dustin and his team work the ferocious dogleg before winter freezes them out for the end of season.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 2 - Fresh Blood
    6.9/10(13 votes)

    S5:E2

    Dustin puts his money and reputation on the line, doubling down on two claims at once for the chance at a life-changing payday. Doubling the size of his operation means bringing in fresh blood who quickly learn the hard way just how dangerous mining the raging white water is.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 4 - Who's the Boss
    6.9/10(13 votes)

    S5:E4

    Dustin makes a surprise announcement that divides the crew. Fred returns to McKinley Creek with a lead on new ground, rumoured to be the home to a fortune in gold.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 13 - The Motherload
    6.9/10(13 votes)

    S5:E13

    Dustin is within inches of bedrock gold at the Chute, but intense pressure causes one crewmember to crack. Kayla battles the mammoth dive site at House Rock, but attempts to keep the site safe backfire and a close call sets them back weeks.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 1 - Roll of the Ice
    6.8/10(15 votes)

    S5:E1

    Dustin takes the biggest gamble of this life and Fred drops a bombshell.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Gold Rush: White Water Season 5 Episode 14 - Risk vs. Reward
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    S5:E14

    After his biggest single day gold haul ever, Dustin and his crew double down on a new site, a treacherous plunge pool called the Dog Leg. Upcreek, winter's frozen grip tightens as Kayla as her crew battle to reach their bedrock payday.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"Gamblin' Man" is the best rated episode of "Gold Rush: White Water" season 5. It scored 7.5/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/17/2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Groundbreaking Gold".