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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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 Arden Park Vista Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Arden Park Vista homeowners are part of a community with a city population of 5,044 and located within a metro area with a population of 2.5+ million. Local growth is steady, with an annual growth rate of 2.50%, and the region’s climate is sunny and temperate—about 228 sunny days per year and annual rainfall of 33.90 inches in hardiness zone 8b. That combination of growth and climate drives steady demand for landscaping, driveway upgrades, drainage improvements, and low-water yards. Homeowners here look for reliable, low-maintenance materials that control erosion, manage runoff, and hold up under strong sun, so high-quality gravel is often the first choice for functional, long-lasting outdoor projects. Gravel works well in Arden Park Vista because it improves drainage during seasonal rains while remaining stable in sunny, dry stretches. In this environment gravel helps reduce pooled water, limits soil erosion on slopes, and provides permeable, low-maintenance surfaces for paths, driveways, and planting beds. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and professional haulers so you get regionally sourced materials that match local geology, with clear pricing, scheduled delivery, a minimum order of 3 tons, standard delivery in 2+ business days, and a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST. Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; request it at checkout and the driver will assess safety on arrival.Popular Projects in Arden Park Vista This Season
- gravel driveway resurfacing30 tons
- gravel backyard patio8 tons
- gravel garden pathways6 tons
- gravel drainage French drain4 tons
- gravel xeriscape front yard12 tons
Arden Park Vista Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 5,044
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.90 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Arden Park Vista Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Spring Moisture Friendly
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Rainy Winter Limits
Summer Tip: Order gravel by the ton (minimum order 3 tons) and request delivery where a dump truck can safely offload. For better long-term drainage, choose angular, well-draining gravel and work with local suppliers to match color and texture to your landscape.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Arden Park Vista gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Arden Park Vista.
Hello Gravel typically uses tri-axle dump trucks that carry roughly 10-12 cubic yards of material, which is about 13.5-16 tons of pea gravel. Exact truck size and payload depend on the local supplier and local weight limits, so your order confirmation will list the expected truck size for delivery to Arden Park Vista.
A good rule of thumb is that 1 ton of pea gravel covers about 120 sq ft at 2 inches thick, about 60 sq ft at 4 inches, and about 40 sq ft at 6 inches. These estimates assume typical gravel density; for precise planning use the depth you want and our online calculator or call our team for a tailored estimate.
Ten cubic yards of pea gravel is about 13.5 tons (using a common density of 2,700 lb per cubic yard). Pricing depends on local supply in the San Diego-Carlsbad area, delivery distance, and any hauling fees; the fastest way to get an accurate delivered price for Arden Park Vista is to enter your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a quote from our team.
Pea gravel is not ideal on steep slopes (it can migrate downhill), in high-traffic vehicle areas that need a compacted surface, or where a smooth walking surface (for wheelchairs, strollers, or bare feet) is required. For driveways or steep walkways in the Arden Park Vista area, consider crushed rock or a compactable base instead.
A 20 ft by 10 ft driveway is 200 sq ft. At a 4-inch depth you need about 3.3 tons of gravel (roughly 0.75 cubic yards per ton yields about 3.7 cubic yards total). Because Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and you should allow extra for compaction and spreading, we usually recommend ordering 3.5 to 4 tons for that size.
At a 4-inch depth, 20 tons of gravel will cover about 1,200 sq ft. If you plan a 6-inch depth for heavier vehicle use, 20 tons will cover closer to 800 sq ft; always factor in edging, settling, and local grading for proper drainage in San Diego's occasional heavy rains.
A 10 x 10 patio is 100 sq ft. For a 2-inch finished layer you need about 0.85 tons (roughly 0.62 cubic yards), but Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons, so plan to order at least 3 tons and keep the extra for future touch-ups or a thicker base if needed.
Yes, homeowners in Arden Park Vista can install pea gravel themselves. Prepare a compacted base, consider a geotextile fabric for weed control, install edging to stop migration, spread the gravel evenly and compact lightly; also check HOA or city rules and plan for drainage on any slope to avoid washout.
Delivered price per ton varies with material type, local supply in the San Diego area, distance from the supplier, and truck access. For an accurate delivered price to Arden Park Vista enter your address on Hello Gravel or call our sales team so we can provide a location-specific quote.
One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet. If your wheelbarrow holds about 3 cu ft you will need about 9 wheelbarrow loads; with a larger 6 cu ft wheelbarrow you'd need about 4.5 loads. Adjust for your wheelbarrow size when planning small deliveries.
Budget-friendly options often include road base, crushed recycled concrete, or quarry fines; these materials compact well and tend to cost less than decorative pea gravel. Availability and pricing vary by supplier in the San Diego region, so check Hello Gravel for local options and any tradeoffs for drainage, compaction, and appearance.
A 50 lb bag (about 0.025 tons) covers roughly 3 sq ft at a 2-inch depth. Bags are useful for small accent areas, but for patios, driveways, or larger beds in Arden Park Vista you'll usually save money ordering bulk delivery.
Pea gravel is not a food source for rodents, but it can create sheltered space along foundations if left next to dense vegetation or debris. To reduce rodent hiding spots, keep at least an 18-inch clear zone next to foundations, avoid deep loose piles near the house, and maintain landscaping to reduce cover.
Common issues include migration and spreading of material, weed growth, rutting in high-traffic spots, and periodic loss of depth from settling or washout during heavy rains. Mitigate these issues with proper base preparation, edging, occasional topping up, and correct drainage to handle San Diego storm runoff.
For decorative beds you can spread pea gravel over compacted soil with a weed barrier, but for driveways, paths, or areas with vehicle traffic you should install a compacted crushed-rock base and consider geotextile fabric to prevent sinking and mixing with soil. Proper base work extends the life of the surface and improves drainage during the region's seasonal rains.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
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!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
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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