Buy Gravel & Rock in California

Gravel and rock are sold by the ton, and most projects in a typical residential range call for 1 to 40+ tons. A small path might need just a few tons, while a driveway or base for a structure can require 20 tons or more.

Gravel Monkey delivers gravel and rock across California by the ton. With pea gravel, river rock, decomposed granite and other sizes, you can choose the material that fits your job.

Gravel and Rock Options for California Projects

Gravel and rock come in sizes from small pea gravel up to 2-4 inch river rock. The right choice depends on what you need it to do: drainage, decoration, compaction, or erosion control. The table below lists the products we deliver.

Choosing the Right Material for Your Job

The table below matches common project types to the best material and recommended depth.

California Climate and What It Means for Your Gravel Project

Across the cities we deliver to in California, annual precipitation runs from about 9 to 41 inches. In wetter areas, drainage aggregate like drain rock or river rock helps prevent water pooling. Freezing days range from about 2 to 88 days a year below 32F, but most of the state sits in a negligible frost band, so ground heave is rarely an issue.

The most common soil groups across our served cities are C and A. These soils typically need a compacted base depth of 4 to 6 inches to keep surfaces stable, especially under paths or drives. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.

Delivery Areas in California

We deliver to addresses across the state, including over 70 cities. Below are some of the featured cities where you can order gravel and rock.

• Los Angeles
• Lake Isabella
• Crescent City
• Lake Arrowhead
• Paradise
• South Lake Tahoe
• Turlock
• Apple Valley
• Big Bear City
• Bishop
• Fontana
• Hesperia

Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across California, not only the cities listed here.

Estimating Your Tonnage

To figure out how many tons of gravel or rock you need, measure the area and decide on the depth. Use our material calculators to get an estimate based on the dimensions you enter.

Ordering Gravel and Rock from Gravel Monkey

Order online by the ton, and the delivery price shows at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck delivers to your address, with loads from 1 to 40+ tons. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders, and first-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off their first order.

The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order. You choose a window: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is needed to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation when the order is placed, and a second email close to the delivery date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. You must approve that second email for the delivery to proceed. Someone must be at the site during the window. The truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close as safely possible.

For more on how delivery works, see our Delivery information page. Read About Gravel Monkey and check Customer reviews for more details.

Other Materials We Deliver in California

If gravel and rock are not quite what you need, consider these related materials we deliver across the state.

• Driveway Gravel - specifically graded for vehicle traffic and compaction.
• Crushed Concrete - recycled material for base and fill applications.
• Topsoil - for gardens, lawns, and landscaping beds.
• Walkway Gravel - small, smooth stone for pedestrian paths.
• Crushed Stone - angular rock for drainage and base layers.
• Sand - for play areas, paver joints, and mixing with gravel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do seasonal road restrictions in California affect delivery?

Most of California sits in a negligible frost band, so seasonal road restrictions due to ground freezing are generally not a concern for delivery. You choose the delivery window at checkout, and the truck arrives as scheduled.

What conditions across California should change what I order?

Across the cities we serve, annual precipitation runs from about 9 to 41 inches. In wetter areas, you might need more drainage aggregate and deeper base layers. The most common soil groups are C and A, which can affect how much base depth you need for stability.

How is gravel and rock measured and sold?

Gravel and rock are sold by the ton. You can use our material calculators to estimate how many tons you need based on the area and depth. Delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout.

Is there a first-order discount?

Yes, use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order.

Order Gravel and Rock in California

Gravel Monkey delivers gravel and rock by the ton to your address anywhere across California. You choose your delivery window, approve the load, and the truck arrives. Browse all options and order from our Gravel Monkey California page.