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Gold Rush S16E21 — 1,000-Ounce Week
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Gold Rush•Season 16•Episode 21

1,000-Ounce Week

7.0/10 · 20 votesApr 17, 202648 min

Ranked #18 of 23 in Season 16•−0.2 vs season avg

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Tony guns for over 1,000 ounces in one week. Parker buys a new toy to open even more ground. Rick's crew burns through pay following a hot streak.

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Parker Schnabel

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Tony Beets

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Chris Doumitt

Chris Doumitt

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Rick Ness

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Paul Christie

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Episode Summary

"1,000-Ounce Week" is episode 21 of Gold Rush season 16. It scored 7.0/10 from 20 votes, ranking #18 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on April 17, 2026.

Next: E22 · The Gold CeilingBest of Season 16