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






Contractors and homeowners in Orlando buy driveway gravel from opposite starting points. Contractors know their tonnage and call the order in; homeowners often measure for the first time and need help choosing the right size and depth.
Orlando gets about 53 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage and washout planning need to be part of the driveway design from the start.
Driveway gravel comes in sizes from a smooth 3/8-inch dressing up to heavy 2- to 3-inch rock for soft ground. Pick the size that fits your traffic, your soil and your budget.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | All-around surface for cars and light trucks. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, comfortable underfoot | Good for walkable driveways and short lanes. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | The standard driveway size, locks together well | Most common choice for a stable, durable surface. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Handles delivery trucks and farm equipment without rutting. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer under a finer top | First lift on new driveways before adding finer stone. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control, first lift | Heavy rock for swampy ground or logging roads. |
Driveway gravel solves specific driveway problems. Here is what to order for each situation.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Parking pad | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | 6 inches to hold up under runoff |
| New driveway base | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | 8 to 12 inches on soft soil |
| Muddy rural lane | 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | 6 inches to float over mud |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 2 to 3 inches over packed base |
Orange County is growing fast: in 2024 the county permitted about 4,810 single-family homes, many of them on new lots that need a driveway from scratch. Whether you are building a new home or refreshing an existing lane, the local conditions matter.
Soils mapped in the Orlando area are commonly poorly drained, which means you may need more base stone under the surface layer to keep the driveway firm. The ground around Orlando is in dual hydrologic group B/D. Where it is drained it takes water in at a moderate rate; where it is not, it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. Drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere.
About 2 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit in Orlando, so the work window is wide and frost heave is barely a concern. Plan the delivery around dry ground: a truck needs a firm surface to reach the drop point.
A cubic yard of driveway gravel weighs roughly 1.4 tons, but the exact number depends on the stone size and moisture. Use the driveway gravel calculator to get a tonnage estimate based on your driveway dimensions and depth.
Gravel Monkey makes it simple: order online by the ton, get your delivery priced by ZIP at checkout, and a dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads range from 1 ton to 40-plus tons, and qualifying orders ship free. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
You choose a delivery window at checkout, morning or afternoon. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email.
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No, winter is mild in Orlando, with about 2 days a year below freezing. That rarely affects delivery or the driveway work. The main concern is wet ground, not cold weather.
Orlando has about 77 days a year that bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Plan your delivery for a dry spell so the truck can reach the drop point without sinking.
Yes. A contractor can place the order and have the driveway gravel delivered to the job site. The delivery window and site access rules still apply.
You mark the spot, and the driver dumps the load there, as long as the truck can reach it safely. If access is tight, they unload as close as they can.
No trip to a yard, no pickup truck rental. Gravel Monkey delivers driveway gravel by the ton to your Orlando address, priced by your ZIP at checkout. Start on the Orlando gravel hub to place your order.
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See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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