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





You order walkway gravel online by the ton and Gravel Monkey arranges delivery by dump truck to your Tempe address. The driver unloads one drop where you mark the spot on firm ground.
Tempe gets about 8 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matters for any gravel walkway. The loose surface lets water pass through, but the base beneath it still needs to shed runoff.
Some walkway gravels work as a compacted base course, others as a clean surface layer. The five sizes below cover most path and walkway projects.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Walkway Gravel | General path and walkway surfacing | All-purpose blend, good drainage, moderate compaction. |
| 3/8" Walkway Gravel | Small, even, easy to walk on | Fine surface, comfortable underfoot, packs well. |
| 3/4" Walkway Gravel | Wider garden paths that see wheelbarrows | Stable under light traffic, good for main garden routes. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Walkway Gravel | Informal paths and side yards | Loose, natural look, lets water pass quickly. |
| 2"-3" Walkway Gravel | Decorative edging and dry creek borders | Large, visible stone, no compaction needed. |
The table below matches typical projects with a budget option and a longer-lasting choice. Depth guidance is for the surface layer after the base.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Side-yard walkway | 3/8" Walkway Gravel | 2 to 3 inches for a firm, even path. |
| Patio base | Walkway Gravel (all-purpose) | 4 inches compacted, then surface layer. |
| Play area surfacing | 3/4" Walkway Gravel | 3 to 4 inches for cushioning and drainage. |
| Garden path | 1"-1 1/2" Walkway Gravel | 3 inches loose, no compaction. |
| Dry creek edge | 2"-3" Walkway Gravel | Single layer of large stone for visual border. |
About 19 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain in Tempe. That means you can schedule the delivery onto firm ground most of the time, but a wet spell could soften the drop area. Plan the delivery around dry ground: a truck needs a firm surface to reach the drop point.
Soils mapped in the Tempe area are commonly well drained, which reduces the need for extra base stone under the walkway gravel. The ground around Tempe takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough to keep the path stable. About 6 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, which can shift the soil slightly if the ground freezes, but that is rare enough that a standard 4-inch base handles it.
Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you choose. Use the material calculators on the Gravel Monkey site to estimate the quantity in tons based on your measurements.
You order online by the ton and delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton to more than 40 tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders. First-time customers can use the code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off the first order.
The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery, and you must be available or have someone at the site during that window.
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The dry season from late fall through early spring is ideal because the ground is firmest for the truck and for spreading. With about 8 inches of rain annually and only 19 wet days, most of the year is workable if you check the forecast.
The minimum load is one ton. One ton of 3/8 inch walkway gravel covers roughly 80 to 100 square feet at 2 to 3 inches deep. Use the material calculators to match tonnage to your area.
The five sizes range from 3/8 inch up to 2 to 3 inches. Smaller sizes compact well and are comfortable to walk on. Larger sizes stay loose, drain fast, and are used for decorative borders or dry creek beds.
Yes. Angular, smaller gravel with dust packs tight under a plate compactor, while rounded or large stone stays loose. For a firm, stable path that resists washing, use 3/8 inch or 3/4 inch and compact it in lifts.
No yard to visit. You order the material, choose the delivery window, and the dump truck brings the walkway gravel to the spot you mark. See the full Tempe delivery options for walkway gravel and other aggregates.
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See the delivered price for your address and order walkway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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