Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Gravel: Drainage For 35.50 Inches Rainfall • Next-Day Gravel Delivery Available
Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Felton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Felton is a compact community with a population of 6,630 tucked into a temperate West California landscape that is part of a broader metro area of 2.5+ million. The city is growing steadily at 1.21% annually, which drives ongoing home improvements, driveway upgrades, and small-scale construction. With 228 sunny days annually, 35.50 inches of rainfall each year, and USDA hardiness zone 8b conditions, homeowners face both dry spells and seasonal wet weather—conditions that increase demand for drainage solutions, erosion control, and durable low-maintenance surfaces. Quality aggregates like gravel are often the first choice because they stabilize driving and walking surfaces, improve water infiltration, and complement planting beds suited to Felton’s climate and soils. Gravel works well in Felton because it sheds surface water, reduces mud in wetter seasons, and holds up under prolonged sun. Angular crushed gravel is ideal where interlock and load-bearing matter—driveways, base layers, and French drains—while rounded decorative gravel is comfortable for pathways and garden accents. Hello Gravel connects homeowners to local suppliers so materials reflect regional geology and color, and we handle scheduling, transparent pricing, and delivery logistics. Standard delivery is 2+ business days, next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee, and our minimum order is 3 tons; tailgate spreading may be requested at checkout and will be assessed by the driver on arrival.Popular Projects in Felton This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing18 tons
- Gravel Garden Path2 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench4 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad22 tons
Felton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 6,630
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 35.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.21% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Felton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Wet Winter Limits
Summer Tip: For Felton’s mix of sun and 35.50 inches annual rainfall, choose angular crushed gravel for driveways and French drains to improve drainage and reduce erosion. Request tailgate spreading at checkout so the driver can assess spreading when they arrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Felton gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Felton.
Expect delivered gravel prices in Felton to vary by material and distance from the local quarry. A typical range is about $40 to $90 per ton delivered for common materials (crushed rock, pea gravel, decomposed granite), with specialty or river rock toward the higher end; your final price depends on type, volume, and truck access. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and standard delivery requires 2+ business days; request a local quote for an exact price and any delivery fees.
For driveways on Felton's steep, rainy slopes, angular crushed rock (3/4" to 1") or crusher fines give the best traction and compaction. Walkways do well with decomposed granite or compacted crusher fines for a smooth, natural look, while river rock and larger stone work best in drainage swales and erosion-control areas. Because Felton gets seasonal rain and has variable slopes, avoid loose pea gravel on steep grades unless it is contained or stabilized.
Use this practical guide for crushed gravel (typical density): 2" depth over 100 sq ft = about 0.86 tons; 3" = about 1.30 tons; 4" = about 1.73 tons. A quick formula: cubic yards = area (sq ft) * depth (inches) / 324, then multiply cubic yards by roughly 1.4 to get tons (material densities vary). Order 5-10% extra for compaction, settling, and site waste, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum.
Yes. Hello Gravel works with a network of trusted local suppliers and haulers serving Santa Cruz County and can connect you to vendors who deliver to Felton. If you need installation help, we can point you to local contractors or you can request delivery-only and hire a landscaper; check our site or call the sales team for supplier options and contractor referrals.
Permitting depends on the scope of work and location. Replacing a surface on private property usually does not require a county permit, but creating a new driveway access, modifying a curb cut, or working in the county right-of-way often requires permits from Santa Cruz County Public Works and potentially the Planning Department. Also check for any HOA rules before starting; when in doubt, contact local authorities or Hello Gravel for guidance before ordering.
On steep or sloped sites in Felton's coastal mountains, angular crushed rock and well-compacted crusher fines perform best because they lock together and resist movement. Loose, rounded materials like pea gravel and river rock tend to roll and wash downhill during heavy rains, so use them only where contained or on very mild slopes. For very steep drives consider terracing, sturdy edging, and stabilization products to reduce erosion.
Common stabilizers for Felton include geotextile fabric under the base, rigid gravel grids (plastic cell systems), compacted base rock, and surface binders or polymer stabilizers. Rough cost ranges: geotextile fabric around $0.20-$0.60 per sq ft, gravel grids $1.50-$3.50 per sq ft (materials only), and polymer binders $2-$6 per sq ft installed; prices vary by product and slope. For rainy, sloped sites, a combination of good drainage, strong base, fabric, and a grid or binder gives the best long-term performance.
A properly built gravel driveway in Felton typically lasts 10-20 years as a functional surface with regular maintenance. Expect to regrade and add material every 1-4 years depending on traffic and storms, control weeds annually, and address low spots after heavy rains. Using good base preparation, proper drainage, and stabilization reduces maintenance frequency in this wet, coastal mountain climate.
Gravel has the lowest upfront cost but higher ongoing maintenance; asphalt is mid-priced with periodic resealing and patching; concrete costs most up front but can last the longest with lower routine upkeep. Rough installed cost ranges in this region: gravel $1-$3 per sq ft, asphalt $3-$7, concrete $6-$12, though local site conditions, slope, and drainage needs can change those numbers. For steep, rain-prone properties in Felton, gravel or stabilized gravel is often preferred for drainage, while asphalt and concrete may need extra engineering and drainage work.
For permeable driveways and erosion control, use an open-graded base (large angular rock) with a top layer of crushed stone or crusher fines that allow infiltration, and install geotextile fabric and edge restraints. Gravel grids or modular plastic cells paired with a permeable surface help stabilize material on slopes and reduce runoff during Felton's rainy season. Also consider vegetated swales, rock-lined drains, or dry creek beds to manage concentrated flow and protect downhill areas.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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