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





Putting in a new walkway or refreshing the paths around your home? Walkway Gravel and 3/4" Walkway Gravel are two of the most popular options for Virginia homeowners. Gravel drains well and is simple to maintain, which makes it a practical choice over poured concrete or pavers. Gravel Monkey delivers these materials by the ton to any address across the state, with pricing calculated by ZIP at checkout.
The stone size you pick affects how the path feels underfoot and how much prep the base needs. A smaller grade like 3/8" gives a smooth surface, while a chunkier size like 1"-1 1/2" works for informal side yards. We have five walkway gravel sizes to match your project, and each is delivered in a dump truck to your driveway or job site.
Walkway gravel splits into two groups: base material and finish material. Base rock is the compacted layer that keeps the path stable, and finish rock is the top surface you walk on. For most paths, a 3/4" stone works as both base and finish. The table below shows which size suits which role.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Walkway Gravel | General path and walkway surfacing | A blended mix for most residential paths. Typically laid 2 to 3 inches deep. |
| 3/8" Walkway Gravel | Small, even, easy to walk on | Best for foot traffic on straight walkways. Needs a compacted base. |
| 3/4" Walkway Gravel | Wider garden paths that see wheelbarrows | Good for tools and carts; often used as a top layer. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Walkway Gravel | Informal paths and side yards | Larger stone that stays put in low-traffic areas. Requires a thick base. |
| 2"-3" Walkway Gravel | Decorative edging and dry creek borders | Not for walking; used as a visual accent along borders. |
The table below shows a budget option and a longer-term option for five typical projects. The budget choice uses a single product; the long-term option often adds a separate base layer.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Side-yard walkway | 3/4" Walkway Gravel | Budget: 2 to 3 inches deep. Long-term: add a 4-inch base of crushed stone. |
| Play area surfacing | 3/8" Walkway Gravel | Budget: 2 inches. Long-term: use a 6-inch base for heavy play equipment. |
| Dry creek edge | 2"-3" Walkway Gravel | Budget: 3 to 4 inches as decorative rock. No base required. |
| Garden path | 3/4" Walkway Gravel | Budget: 2 inches. Long-term: lay a geotextile fabric under the gravel. |
| Patio base | Walkway Gravel (blended) | Budget: 4 inches compacted. Long-term: use 1"-1 1/2" as a base and top with 3/8". |
Annual rainfall across the cities we deliver to in Virginia runs from about 42 to 50 inches. That much moisture means water can pool under a poorly compacted base, so the base layer should be at least 4 inches of compacted stone in most cases. The number of days below freezing ranges from 64 to 121 per year, depending on where in the state you are. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Frequent freeze-thaw cycles can heave a loose base, leading to ruts and uneven surfaces.
Most of the state sits in the moderate band for ground freezing, which means frost penetrates a few inches into the soil. The soil in the served cities is predominantly hydrologic groups B and C, which have moderate infiltration rates. That means water drains well through the base if it is properly graded, but a deep base of 4 to 6 inches of compacted gravel helps prevent frost heave in heavier clay soils.
Gravel Monkey delivers walkway gravel to addresses across Virginia. Below are some of the cities we serve. Each city has its own page with specific delivery options.
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Virginia, not only the cities listed here.
The amount of walkway gravel you need depends on the area and the depth you choose. Measure the length and width of the walkway, multiply to get square feet, then multiply by the depth in inches to get cubic feet. Divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards, then use our material calculators to convert to tons. The calculator lets you enter your dimensions and see the required tonnage for any walkway gravel product.
Walkway gravel is sold by the ton, so the price depends on the weight of the stone you need. At checkout, you enter your ZIP code and see the delivered price for your address. You choose a delivery window, morning or afternoon, and a date at least 3 business days after your order. A dump truck brings the gravel to your driveway or job site, and you approve the delivery after seeing a photo of the load. Load sizes range from 1 to 40 tons or more. For first-time customers, use code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off. Free delivery applies to qualifying orders. Learn more about Gravel Monkey on our About page, read customer reviews, and check delivery information for details on our service.
Gravel Monkey's delivery system accounts for any seasonal road restrictions. You select a delivery date that is at least 3 business days after ordering, which gives us time to plan the route and avoid restrictions if they apply. The company will contact you if any changes are needed.
Annual rainfall in the cities we deliver to ranges from 42 to 50 inches, so a well-drained base is important. The number of freezing days ranges from 64 to 121 per year, so in colder parts of the state a deeper base of 4 to 6 inches of compacted stone helps prevent frost heave. The soil in most of our served cities is hydrologic groups B and C, which have moderate drainage, so the same base depth works well across the region.
Yes, use the code FIRSTTIMER50 when you place your first order to get $50 off. This code applies to a single order of walkway gravel delivered to a Virginia address.
Walkway gravel is measured in cubic yards and sold by the ton. You can use our material calculators to estimate the tonnage you need based on your project dimensions.
Whether your project is a short path or a long garden walkway, Gravel Monkey delivers the right stone to your driveway. Visit the Virginia page for more information on all the materials we deliver across the state. We make it simple to order online and schedule delivery at a time that works for you.
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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