Special 1 Full Disclosure
February 25, 2011 9:00 pm
The Hoffman crew spent five months and over quarter of a million dollars in a desperate attempt to find gold in Alaska. With previously un-aired material, this special reveals what went wrong and how the guys plan to hit the mother lode next season.
Special 2 The Off-Season
October 28, 2011 9:00 pm
Facing financial ruin and an end to their dream of striking it rich, Todd and Jack refuse to give up. They make the decision during the off-season to go deeper into debt, acquiring better equipment and crew for one more crack at hitting the motherlode.
Special 3 Aftershow - Episode 1
October 28, 2011 9:00 pm
Gold Rush's Executive Producer, Christo Doyle, grills Dakota Fred and the whole Hoffman Crew to dig deeper into what really happened at Porcupine Creek. But Todd turns the tables on Christo with a question of his own.
Special 4 Aftershow - Fred Special
November 4, 2011 9:00 pm
Dakota Fred sits down with Executive Producer Christo Doyle to reveal more about the story behind his controversial purchase of the Porcupine Creek Claim.
Special 5 Aftershow - Episode 2
November 5, 2011 9:00 pm
The Hoffman crew reveals to Executive Producer, Christo Doyle, just how unprepared they were to pick up stakes and head north to start working on a new, unfamiliar claim in the Klondike.
Special 6 Behind the Scenes
December 23, 2011 9:00 pm
This Gold Rush special reveals never before seen footage from behind the scenes of the struggle to bring the gold mining action to the screen. Four film crews, spread over 600 miles, battle the wilderness in Alaska and the Klondike to capture every twist and turn of the three mining operations.
Special 7 After the Rush
December 30, 2011 9:00 pm
This special lifts the curtain on Gold Rush and goes inside the lives of the men seeking gold and treasure in Alaska and the Klondike. All new interviews and never before seen footage present insights into the miners' unique world.
Special 8 Revelations
March 2, 2012 9:00 pm
In never before seen footage, the miners unearth the sometimes ugly truth about their 2011 mining seasons. In a shocking development, one miner is kicked out of the Hoffman crew. The miners also disclose plans for next season.
Special 9 Aftershow: Digging Deeper
March 9, 2012 9:00 pm
Gold Rush executive producer Christo Doyle asks the tough questions and gets the real dirt on the miners. Personal revelations, bets and challenges all play out in this revealing special.
Special 10 Aftershow - Episode 3
November 12, 2011 9:00 pm
Jack and Todd Hoffman look back at the angry split that came when Todd loses his cool and Jack walks out. But as Todd reveals, this seemingly minor conflict opens the door on something than runs deep in their blood.
Special 11 Aftershow - Episode 4
November 19, 2011 9:00 pm
Dave Turin and Greg Remsburg revisit the tough challenge of breaking through and removing the permafrost layer at Quartz Creek. Plus, Todd gives his take on things, including a reflection on the liberating purity of hard work in the Klondike.
Special 12 Aftershow - Episode 5
November 26, 2011 9:00 pm
After a near mutiny within the ranks, the Hoffman Crew learns some valuable lessons from a colorful cast of locals in the Klondike. "Gold Mining For Dummies" is one way of putting it.
Special 13 Aftershow - Episode 6
December 2, 2011 9:00 pm
Young gold miner, Parker Schnabel, recounts both the benefits and challenges of working with kin when he took on the search for virgin ground in Smith Creek. He also reflects on his precious bond with his dear grandfather John.
Special 14 Aftershow - Episode 7
December 9, 2011 9:00 pm
Host Christo Doyle grills the Hoffmans and their crew about their never-ending challenges with the used equipment they end up with, especially the persistent problems with the wash plant.
Special 15 Aftershow - Episode 8
December 14, 2011 9:00 pm
Dakota Fred and Parker tell more about the big "Marathon Week" of mining at Porcupine Creek. Plus, Fred finally reveals the true story behind his endearing nickname.
Special 16 Aftershow - Episode 9
January 6, 2012 9:00 pm
Parker's mother, Nancy, joins her son and Producer Christo Doyle to tell her side of the story behind the family confrontation at Big Nugget Mine.
Special 17 Aftershow - Episode 10
January 13, 2012 9:00 pm
Dakota Fred shares the inside story of his outrage over the mine inspection shutdown, thoughts about working with his son and, most importantly, how his wife Lorraine wholeheartedly supported him after they lost their home to a flood.
Special 18 Aftershow - Episode 11
January 20, 2011 9:00 pm
Parker Schnabel sits down with Producer Christo Doyle to take a look back at the young miner's first season as the boss of Big Nugget.
Special 19 Aftershow - Episode 12
January 27, 2012 9:00 pm
Host Christo Doyle grills the guys to find out how the D8 dozer breakdown, and Greg's subsequent departure, affected the crew. Plus, Parker reveals how his visit to the Klondike opens intriguing new possibilities.
Special 20 Aftershow - Episode 13
February 3, 2012 9:00 pm
Parker Schnabel and his mother, Nancy, gives us a unique look at the life of 91-year-old Grandpa John Schnabel, including the family's recent scare with his heart health.
Special 21 Aftershow - Episode 14
February 10, 2012 9:00 pm
The Hoffman team takes a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of mining at night as well as humorous details of what the miners ate and how it affected their weight.
Special 22 Aftershow - Episode 15
February 17, 2012 9:00 pm
Christo Doyle digs down to find out if Parker will admit his mistake in running out of gas and the Hoffman crew reflects on the pride and relief that came with getting in the black.
Special 23 Aftershow - Episode 16
February 24, 2012 9:00 pm
To go even deeper into the Gold Rush story, we get the miners to answer some of the favorite questions sent in by our fans.
Special 24 Aftershow: The Last Word
March 23, 2012 9:00 pm
The Gold Rush miners sit down with Discovery's executive producer and reveal the juicy stuff that unfolded when the cameras weren't rolling. And, for the first time on tv, they answer questions directly from viewers.
Special 25 The Jungle
August 17, 2012 9:00 pm
Todd & The Crew receive a tip about a claim in Guyana, South America, causing Todd to question whether he should even return to the Klondike after the big freeze last October
Special 26 The Jungle Aftershow
August 17, 2012 9:00 pm
Todd Hoffman and crew braved the hostile jungle of Guyana in a search for gold-rich ground to mine year-round. In the Aftershow, executive producer Christo Doyle puts the cast and crew on the hot seat to find out what really happened down south.
Special 27 The Long Road
October 19, 2012 9:00 pm
Relive the most heart pounding and heart breaking moments of Gold Rush as the Hoffman crew and their rivals Parker Schnabel and 'Dakota’ Fred fight Mother Nature, mining machines and each other to get gold out of the ground in the frozen North.
Special 28 Do or Die
October 26, 2012 9:00 pm
Hosted by Christo Doyle and the miners, this season kickoff unveils what happened as the miners returned home and prepared for the upcoming season. This episode includes new stories, exclusive in-depth interviews and huge news about the upcoming season.
Special 29 The Dirt - Claim Visit
November 9, 2012 9:00 pm
Christo Doyle and the Gold Rush crew provide access into the miners' worlds in this behind the scenes series. Exclusive interviews, insight into previous episodes and a sneak peek look at what's next are featured. Christo also visits the claims.
Special 30 The Dirt - Miners Cribs
November 23, 2012 9:00 pm
Executive Producer Christo Doyle and the miners take us behind the scenes of Gold Rush with a never-before-seen look into camp life, recaps of the previous two episodes and interview outtakes.
Special 31 The Dirt - Mining Studs
December 14, 2012 9:00 pm
Executive Producer Christo Doyle sits down with the miners to discuss the big risks each team is taking. Also featured; Parker Schnabel's handsome side business, a miracle worker who helps miners in dire need, and the naked truth about gold fever.
Special 32 Behind The Scenes
December 21, 2012 9:00 pm
Executive producer Christo Doyle sits down with wash plant designer, Freddy Dodge, and mining legend, Tony Beets. Also, Parker comes clean about recent mistakes and the Dakota boys discuss the ancient waterfall.
Special 33 The Dirt - Bio Special
December 28, 2012 9:00 pm
In this special, exclusive behind the scenes footage capturing the production of the first half of Gold Rush season 3 is revealed. Film crews battle the wilderness in Klondike and Alaska to film every twist and turn at the four mining operations.
Special 34 The Dirt - The Bromance
January 18, 2013 9:00 pm
Executive producer Christo Doyle sits down with wash plant designer, Freddy Dodge, and mining legend, Tony Beets. Also, Parker comes clean about recent mistakes and the Dakota boys discuss the ancient waterfall.
Special 35 The Dirt - Chicks with Guns
February 1, 2013 9:00 pm
Executive Producer, Christo Doyle, welcomes Parker, Fred, Dustin, Tony and Freddy Dodge back to the set to discuss their ongoing quest for gold. Also, the miners' wives disclose what really goes on at the claim.
Special 36 The Dirt - Fight Night
February 15, 2013 9:00 pm
The miners square off with Gold Rush producers to talk about the highs and lows of the season and to come clean about the challenges of working together on the claims.
Special 37 The Making of the Motherlode
March 1, 2013 9:00 pm
A behind the scenes look at the making of Gold Rush Season 3.
Special 38 The Dirt - Porcupine Boys
March 8, 2013 9:00 pm
Parker and Fred join Gold Rush Executive Producer Christo Doyle to share never before seen footage including personal family interviews, candid conversations and bloopers.



