The Discovery Channel HD (Pacific)

The Discovery Channel HD (Pacific) airs in the United States with a focus on factual entertainment and documentary-style programming. Its schedule typically includes content on science, engineering, natural history, and survival skills, often presented through long-form series and specials. The channel’s high-definition feed provides clear visuals for outdoor and wildlife footage, which is a regular part of its lineup. Viewers in the Pacific time zone receive the same core programming as the national feed, with adjustments for local broadcast times.

Online streaming access to The Discovery Channel HD (Pacific) is available through participating TV providers, allowing subscribers to watch live or on-demand via the network’s website or app. TV guide listings for the channel are published by cable and satellite operators in the region, reflecting the standard schedule for documentary and reality-based shows. The channel does not carry news, sports, or religious programming, and its content is rated for general audiences.

TV Guide

12 May 13 May Yesterday

04:00 - 05:00

Contraband: Seized at the Border

Series, Reality, Documentary

Fueled by Meth

In their battle against the cartels, Customs and Border Protection flag a tractor-trailer transporting tanks of liquid methamphetamine; officers nab an exotic reptile smuggler; 36 pounds of cocaine are found inside a pickup truck.

05:00 - 06:00

Contraband: Seized at the Airport

Series, Reality

Online Discord

A Scottish teenager claims that he's come to meet his girlfriend from a gaming website; when a couple arrives with a large amount of cash split into bundles, officers dig deeper and see that the man is under investigation by the FBI.

06:00 - 07:01

Contraband: Seized at the Airport

Series, Reality

Scammers

In Atlanta, an officer discovers evidence of a lottery scam -- a tactic used by criminals to trick victims into giving up thousands of dollars in exchange for alleged winnings. This find could lead CBP to uncover the network behind this nefarious ploy.

07:01 - 08:01

Body Cam

Series, Crime, Reality, Documentary, Interview

On the Edge

In Ohio, police fight to save the life of a woman held at knifepoint by a violent criminal. In Georgia, two repeat offenders lead police on a perilous pursuit, and in California, a Sheriff's helicopter unit battles to save a man clinging to a cliff.

08:01 - 09:01

120 Hours Behind Bars

Series, Documentary

Washoe County Jail

Inside one of Nevada's busiest jails, deputies battle a non-stop surge of arrests driven by Reno's constant crime and a major trafficking corridor; with gangs entrenched inside, keeping rival groups apart becomes a daily fight for control.

09:01 - 10:00

120 Hours Behind Bars

Series

Virginia Beach Correctional Center

Virginia Beach is a party town with a vibrant nightlife, making its Correctional Center one of the busiest city jails in the state. Here, some inmates arrive to go on vacation, then leave on probation -- and return on a violation.

10:00 - 11:01

Contraband: Seized at the Airport

Series, Reality

Scammers

11:01 - 12:01

Body Cam

Series, Crime, Reality, Documentary, Interview

On the Edge

12:01 - 13:01

120 Hours Behind Bars

Series, Documentary

Washoe County Jail

13:01 - 14:00

120 Hours Behind Bars

Series

Virginia Beach Correctional Center

14:00 - 16:00

Gold Rush

Series, Reality, Adventure, Outdoors, Nature

Records Will Be Broken

Parker launches a cutthroat plan for a 10,000-ounce season -- and he poaches a rival's crew member; Tony cashes in early with a big score; Rick scrambles to find new ground.

16:00 - 17:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

On a Mission for G.I. Dough

Matt and his troops head to the Pacific Northwest to search a three-barn hoard loaded with U.S. military treasures, including Willy's Jeeps and uniforms; a biohazard mess hides first-generation computers and video equipment at a second location.

17:00 - 18:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

Betting Big on Little Balls

In a modern-day treasure hunt, Matt Paxton, the "King of Hoards," gambles that he can clean out dangerously cluttered homes and find hidden riches; Matt and his team search for a vintage Mustang, military artifacts, and a $60,000 marble collection.

18:00 - 19:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

Dirt Bike Pay Dirt

Taking a big risk, Matt tackles two out-of-control California hoards; it's a race against the clock as Matt hunts for classic motorcycles in a toxic hoard and then chases rare, high-priced toys in a property across the state.

19:00 - 20:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

Fab Four and a Big Score

A police officer's house in North Carolina is packed with fishing gear, rare Beatles records, guns and knives; in Tennessee, sports memorabilia has taken over a family's home; total sales top $100,000; a client is moved to give Matt a lasting tribute.

20:00 - 21:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

Time Travel to Level Up

A New York City home features Back to the Future self-lacing sneakers worth up to $100,000, mint-condition Knight Rider toys, and hip-hop tour jackets. The team also cleans a rural property covered in scrap metal to hunt for rare Olympics memorabilia.

21:00 - 22:00

Filthy Fortunes

Series, Reality

From Rats to Riches

Matt's team goes full hazmat suit to tackle a rat-infested hoard that is rumored to have cash hidden in every room, if the rats haven't eaten it already; the team also hunts for vintage Playboys, a rare samurai sword and original G.I. Joe toys.

22:00 - 00:00

Homestead Rescue

Series, Reality, Outdoors, Home improvement

Raney Returns: Broken Bridges

With another big storm on the horizon, Marty responds to a new desperate plea from the Bower Family in eastern Vermont; with their only property access route wiped out by a 100-year flood, Marty must devise a new plan, without Misty or Matt.