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







Gravel and rock from Gravel Monkey is sold by the ton and ordered online. You pick the size and the quantity, choose a delivery window, and we get the truck to your site in Hood River.
Hood River sees about 85 days a year where the temperature drops below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. That freeze-thaw cycle means the base under any surface has to handle movement, and the right material and depth matter from the start.
Each gravel and rock product in our catalog is designed for specific conditions. Picking the wrong one for your Hood River job means extra labor or a surface that does not hold up. The table below matches material to use and notes where each falls short.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth but does not lock together, so avoid it under foot traffic. |
| River Rock | beds, borders, dry creek beds | Not a structural base; use it only where no compaction is needed. |
| 2-4" River Rock | larger decorative cover and erosion control | Too large for walkways; best on slopes where you need to slow runoff. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Not suitable for driveways; it does not compact and will shift under wheels. |
| Decomposed Granite | paths and patios that compact firm | Not for wet areas; it softens with heavy rain and needs a good base. |
| Crusher Run | compacting base under everything | Not a finished surface; it must be covered with a wear layer. |
| Road Base | lanes and pads that carry trucks | Overkill for a garden path; use it only where heavy loads are expected. |
Every surface type in Hood River needs a different material. The table below matches five common projects to the right gravel or rock and gives a key installation note.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | Use a mix of sizes for a natural look. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | Angular pieces lock together better than round ones. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | Compact thoroughly in layers for a stable surface. |
| French drain | Drain Rock | Wrap in landscape fabric to keep soil out. |
| Landscape beds | River Rock | Apply a layer thick enough to suppress weeds. |
Hood River receives about 36 inches of precipitation annually. That moisture combined with the freeze-thaw cycle means a base that drains well is non-negotiable. If water sits under your gravel, frost heave can ruin the surface.
The ground around Hood River is in hydrologic group C, which absorbs water slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer under your gravel or rock pays for itself by keeping water away from the base.
On top of that, the area averages about 17 inches of snowfall per year. Plowing that snow can scrape loose gravel off a driveway or path, so a compacted base layer and a well-chosen top coat matter. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift.
To figure out how many tons of gravel or rock your job requires, start with the length, width and depth of the area. Our material calculators turn those measurements into a tonnage estimate in seconds. No guesswork needed.
Ordering from Gravel Monkey starts on this page. You choose the product and quantity, and the price calculates at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck delivers the material to your address in loads from 1 ton up to 40 tons or more. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. Before you order, you can read more about how Gravel Monkey works, check customer reviews for feedback on the process, and review delivery information for full details on scheduling, access and expectations.
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Yes. Ground freezing in Hood River is real but moderate. That means your base layer needs to be compact and stable but does not have to be as deep as in areas with deeper frost. A well-compacted base of crusher run or road base handles the movement.
Yes. Hood River has about 72 days a year with measurable rainfall. That frequency means the ground stays wet for weeks at a time, so a material that drains well, like drain rock or even a well-graded crusher run, makes a difference.
Gravel and rock from Gravel Monkey is sold by the ton. You select the quantity in tons when you order online. A cubic yard weighs differently depending on the product, so tonnage is the consistent unit.
The delivery truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet to access the drop zone. The site must be cleared and accessible. If there are obstacles, the driver places the load as close as safely possible.
To see what a load of gravel or rock will cost delivered to your address in Hood River, visit the Hood River page and use the online quote tool. Choose your material, enter your ZIP, and get a price.
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