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







The size of gravel and rock you choose for your project in Sisters changes how it compacts, how well it drains, and how it looks. Soils mapped in the Sisters area are commonly well drained, so you may need less base stone under the surface layer.
From small rounded pea gravel for patios to larger rock for erosion control, understanding the options helps you pick the right material for the job.
3/8" Natural Pea Gravel is one of the most-ordered options for patios and play areas because it is rounded and smooth. For other projects, here are the gravel and rock sizes available through Gravel Monkey.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth; comfortable underfoot. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Smooth, natural colors blend in. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover and erosion control | Heavier pieces stay put on slopes. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean angular rock that moves water. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Locks together when tamped. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Contains fines for a solid foundation. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Heavy-duty compaction for weight. |
Here is how to match common projects to the right gravel or rock and the depth you need.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| French drain | Drain Rock | Fill trench to within 6 inches of grade. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 3 to 4 inches compacted in lifts. |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches deep for visual flow. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | Single layer of large stones. |
| Landscape beds | 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | 2 inches deep, keep off plant crowns. |
Ground freezing in Sisters is real but moderate. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. A base layer of 4 to 6 inches of crusher run is usually enough to prevent shifting.
Deschutes County permitted about 1,148 single-family homes in 2024, so many new driveways and paths in the county are being built. New construction often needs base stone and compactable gravel.
The ground around Sisters soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff. That means you can often skip extra drainage stone under patios or paths.
To find how many tons of gravel or rock your project requires, use Gravel Monkey's material calculators. Enter your square footage and planned depth to get a tonnage estimate.
Ordering from Gravel Monkey is straightforward. Pick the material and quantity by the ton, enter your ZIP for a delivery price, and choose a date at least 3 business days out. You select a morning or afternoon window. Gravel Monkey delivers by dump truck to your address in Sisters.
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People often order these materials on the same trip as gravel and rock.
Yes. Because the ground freezes and thaws multiple times each winter, a thicker base layer helps prevent shifting. For driveways or paths that carry weight, plan on 4 to 6 inches of compacted crusher run or road base. This is based on the moderate frost depth in the Sisters area.
Not particularly. The ground around Sisters soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff, so drainage is rarely the main concern. You can typically use standard gravels without extra drain rock. That behavior is based on local soil hydrology.
The dump truck can drop the material where you direct, as long as the site has a road width of at least 12 feet. If access is tight, the driver unloads as close to the requested spot as safely possible.
It depends on the use. For walkable surfaces like patios and paths, use 3/8" pea gravel or decomposed granite. For areas that need to carry weight, like driveways, crusher run or road base is better. Larger river rock works for decorative beds and erosion control.
Not sure how many tons you need? Start with Gravel Monkey's material calculators to get an estimate for your project. Then visit the Sisters city hub to see all available materials.
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