Gravel & Rock ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Tempe address and unloads right where you point.







A load of gravel and rock in Tempe is bought by the ton online, and Gravel Monkey handles the rest. You choose the type and the day, and the truck delivers to your address. Tempe gets about 8 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters when you choose a base and surface stone. The right gravel and rock can handle the dry climate and occasional rain events without washing away.
Gravel Monkey offers a selection of gravel and rock for projects in Tempe. Each type has a specific job. Here are the products you can order by the ton.
| Product | Use | Note |
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth, comfortable underfoot, safe for kids and pets. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Smooth, natural color, stays in place once laid. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover, erosion control | Heavy enough to hold on slopes and in swales. |
| Drain Rock | French drains, dry wells | Clean, angular rock that lets water pass quickly. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths, patios that compact firm | Compacts into a hard surface with a natural look. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Angular mix that locks together for a stable base. |
| Road Base | Lanes, pads that carry trucks | Engineered for heavy loads and all-weather access. |
The table below matches common projects with the right gravel and rock. Use it as a quick reference when you plan your order.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches for a natural streambed look |
| French drain | Drain Rock | 12 inches or more; wrap in filter fabric |
| Landscape beds | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches; suppresses weeds when laid thick |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 3 to 4 inches, compacted with a plate compactor |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 4 to 6 inches; heavy rock resists washout |
Tempe has about 19 wet days a year where rain reaches at least a tenth of an inch. That means most days are dry enough for delivery and work. Plan your delivery for firm ground, as the truck needs a stable surface.
About 6 days a year drop below freezing. Those days can soften the ground after thaw, so schedule your delivery outside that window if possible. Order once the site is ready, because material sitting in the wrong spot gets moved twice.
Soils mapped in the Tempe area are commonly well drained. That can reduce the amount of base stone needed under the surface layer. The ground around Tempe takes water in at a moderate rate, so a standard base depth is usually enough.
To figure out how many tons you need, measure the area in square feet and multiply by the desired depth in inches. Then use Gravel Monkey's material calculators to convert that volume to tons. Enter your project dimensions and the calculator does the rest.
Order online by the ton. The delivery price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address in Tempe. Loads range from 1 to 40-plus tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. For a first order, use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off.
For more details, see our About Gravel Monkey page, check customer reviews, and read the full delivery information.
Tempe has about 19 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Plan your delivery for a dry spell to keep the ground firm. The truck needs stable access to unload safely.
Tempe gets about 8 inches of precipitation a year, which is low. Still, concentrated rain can cause washout on slopes and in drainage areas. Using the right rock size and base depth prevents problems.
Yes. Someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. The driver needs approval to unload. If no one is there, a redelivery fee may apply and the order is not refunded.
Yes. Gravel Monkey offers $50 off a first order. The discount is applied when you check out.
Whether you are building a dry creek bed or a firm path, the right gravel and rock starts here. Plan your project, use our material calculators, and order online. The truck brings it to your Tempe address. Visit the Tempe hub for more details.
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See the delivered price for your address and order gravel & rock by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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