Opinions on the season remain split between fans who enjoy the industrial scale and those who miss the "struggling underdog" feel of earlier years.
The season is defined by the "Klondike King" and his ambitious goal to mine 9,000 ounces of gold , a haul valued at approximately $16 million at the time. While Beets chases his best season ever, other crews face extreme pressure:
“I say at this point #parkershcnabel is king of the klondike JUS SAYING.....” Facebook · Gold Rush · 5 months ago
“Got to give it to em they certainly work hard but really don't see point anymore they hardly find any gold seems like they should should give it up as a bad job” Facebook · Gold Rush · 4 years ago 'Gold Rush' Season 12 Details Revealed (Exclusive)