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Gold Rush S15E5 — On Thick Ice
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Gold Rush•Season 15•Episode 5

On Thick Ice

6.9/10 · 26 votesDec 6, 202448 min

Ranked #21 of 23 in Season 15•−0.3 vs season avg

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Parker makes a big call on Dominion Creek's ice-filled ground. Rick buys a new pump to fire up Monster Red. Kevin's cut floods, sending him scrambling to find a critical piece of equipment.

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Episode Summary

"On Thick Ice" is episode 5 of Gold Rush season 15. It scored 6.9/10 from 26 votes, ranking #21 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on December 6, 2024.

Next: E6 · Come Nuggets or High WaterBest of Season 15