Viewers are given the chance to delve into one of the hottest, driest and deadliest environments on Earth – Death Valley. Cut off from society and all the comforts it provides, cameras follow five locals as they brave the elements and perils of a lawless land in hopes of realizing their dreams of riches. Each episode features opposing worlds colliding as they live life on their own terms. But even as they search for legendary treasure-filled mines, protect their land from intruders or endure record-breaking heat, everyone in this unforgiving desert is motivated by one basic instinct – survival.