Who are the main characters in Gold Rush?

Parker Schnabel, Fred Dodge, and Chris Doumitt have been on "Gold Rush" since the get-go and have returned regularly as its seasons progressed. And the other central figures, Tony Beets and Rick Ness, joined the crew and have become staples on the show, as well. All five of these guys are likely to be around when new seasons roll out.

What caused the gold rush?

The California Gold Rush was sparked by the discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 and was arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history during the first half of the 19th century.

What is the plot of the show Gold Rush?

In Discovery's Gold Rush , viewers follow a group of gold miners in the Yukon territory of northern Canada, as they try to eke out a living from the dangerous land. The show features the usual man-vs-environment conflicts, as well as interpersonal conflicts that are typical of reality TV.

Who went to California during the Gold Rush?

According to estimates, more than 300,000 people came to the territory during the Gold Rush. In 1848 John Sutter was having a water-powered sawmill built along the American River in Coloma, California, approximately 50 miles (80 km) east of present-day Sacramento.