Gravel in Ontario Ranch, CA

Prices vary by material and supplier, but expect delivered gravel in the Riverside-San Bernardino area to range roughly $40 to $100 per ton (or about $60 to $140 per cubic yard) as a ballpark. A full tri-axle dump truck load (depending on yards loaded) typically costs several hundred to a few thousand dollars; exact price depends on material type, delivery distance, and whether spreading is requested. Get an exact quote for your zip code on Hello Gravel to lock in pricing.

A cubic yard measures volume and a ton measures weight; for most crushed gravel used around Ontario Ranch, 1 cubic yard equals about 1.3 to 1.5 tons (commonly 1.4 tons). Use cubic yards when planning how much space material will take, and tons when ordering by weight — Hello Gravel quotes will show delivered price and the equivalent so you can compare easily. Always expect slight variation depending on material shape and moisture.

Calculate cubic yards first: (square feet of area) x (depth in feet) / 27. For example, a 20 ft by 12 ft driveway is 240 sq ft; at 3 inches (0.25 ft) that equals about 2.2 cubic yards, which is roughly 3.0 to 3.5 tons. Add 5-10% for compaction and grading, and remember our minimum order is 3 tons so small jobs may meet the minimum.

Cost depends on gravel type, depth, and delivery. Using a midrange delivered price of $50 to $75 per ton and the example above (about 3.2 tons), expect roughly $160 to $240 for materials delivered, plus any spreading fee if requested and labor if you hire spreading/compaction. For an accurate total, get a quote for your exact driveway size and preferred material on Hello Gravel.

Tri-axle dump trucks commonly carry about 10 to 14 cubic yards, though capacity varies by truck and material. At 1.4 tons per cubic yard, that is roughly 14 to 20 tons of gravel — enough to cover about 135 to 190 square feet at 3 inches depth per 10 cubic yards, scaled up for larger loads. If you need to cover a large project, tell us the area and depth and we will calculate how many truckloads you need.

Delivered prices fluctuate with material type and local supply, but a typical range is about $60 to $140 per cubic yard delivered in the Riverside-San Bernardino metro. Decorative or specialty gravels sit at the higher end, while basic crushed base gravels are toward the lower end. Use Hello Gravel’s zip-code-based checkout to get a precise, up-to-date delivered price for your address.

Most local suppliers connected through Hello Gravel provide delivery by dump truck to Ontario Ranch addresses. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request spreading at checkout but it is not guaranteed for safety and access reasons. If you need spreading or full install services, consider hiring a landscape contractor or discuss options with our team before delivery.

Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons. Delivery fees depend on supplier, distance, and local promotions; many areas have free delivery but fees can apply in some locations. During checkout you will see any delivery fee and available delivery dates; contact our team if you need help adjusting an order before dispatch.

Ontario Ranch is hot in summer with occasional heavy rains, so choose gravel that drains well and resists rutting — angular crushed stone (for base) and 3/4-inch crushed rock or decomposed granite blends for surfaces are common. Lighter, decorative gravels can fade in heat and shift in heavy rain, so use edging and proper base preparation to stabilize them. If you have clay soils or poor drainage, add a thicker base and consider a coarser size for better drainage.

Clear the delivery area of vehicles, low branches, and obstacles and flag the exact drop location so the driver can see it from the street. Make sure driveway access, street parking, and any HOA or city permit requirements are addressed ahead of time; tight access or overhead wires may limit where a truck can dump. If you have special requests, add them in Order Notes at checkout or call our team so we can coordinate with the hauler.