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 French Gulch Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
French Gulch, a small community with a population of 260, sits inside a larger regional market (metro area population of 2.5+ million) that is experiencing steady, incremental growth of 0.70% annually. The local climate—232 sunny days a year and 34.70 inches of annual rainfall in hardiness zone 8b—creates seasonal cycles of sun and wet weather that influence landscaping and light construction work. As homeowners take on driveway repairs, erosion control, and garden projects, demand grows for reliable aggregates that balance drainage, stability, and appearance. Gravel is commonly chosen because it performs well under shifting weather, is easy to source locally, and fits both small DIY projects and contractor jobs in this slow-growth but active market. In French Gulch's climate, gravel provides quick surface drainage, reduces mud after rain, and tolerates high sun exposure without breaking down like some organic mulches. Because local geology influences color and texture, selecting regionally sourced gravel helps ensure materials match site conditions and perform as expected. Hello Gravel connects homeowners with trusted local suppliers and dump-truck delivery, offering clear pricing, scheduled delivery windows (standard delivery 2+ business days, next-day available for qualifying orders), and expert guidance to pick the right gravel for patios, paths, driveways, and drainage swales in this area.Popular Projects in French Gulch This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface25 tons
- Gravel Garden Path3 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad12 tons
- Gravel Shed Base6 tons
- Gravel Drainage Swale10 tons
French Gulch Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 260
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.70 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 232/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for French Gulch Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Caution
- May–Sept: Dry Season Optimal
- Dec–Jan: Winter Frost Limits
Summer Tip: With French Gulch's mix of sun and 34.70 inches of rain, pick well-draining gravel and slope installations away from foundations; request a site-specific quantity estimate from our team to match local soil and runoff conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions - French Gulch gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in French Gulch.
Yes. #57 gravel (roughly 3/4" crushed stone) is commonly recommended for French drains because its angular stones allow water to flow while resisting compaction. In French Gulch's mountain setting, washed 3/4" crushed stone or #57 prevents clogging better than finer mixes that contain lots of fines.
Assuming a typical trench about 6" wide and 18" deep, a 50-foot run needs roughly 1.5 to 2.0 cubic yards of gravel. That equals about 2 to 3 tons or roughly 70 to 80 of 50 lb bags (a 50 lb bag is about 0.5 cubic foot). We recommend ordering the next 0.5 cubic yard up to allow for settling and uneven trench profiles.
Pea gravel drains but is rounded and can shift or allow soil to migrate, which may reduce long-term performance in a French drain. Washed, angular crushed stone (like #57 or 3/4" washed) is a better choice in French Gulch because it maintains void space, resists compaction, and is less likely to clog with local silts.
For French Gulch, use washed 3/4" crushed stone or #57 because mountain soils often include fine silts and you want a stone that resists clogging. Order by the cubic yard and plan for delivery access—tri-axle dump trucks are typical, so confirm road width and turning room before delivery to avoid extra fees or dropped loads in a distant staging area.
Costs vary by material, distance, and supplier, but for a remote small-town delivery in Northern California you can expect a delivered tri-axle load (around 10 to 12 tons) to often fall in a broad range like $400 to $900. Hello Gravel requires a minimum order (3 tons) and provides upfront pricing in checkout, so check your zip code for an exact quote.
A simple 20-foot driveway (rough example: 20' long x 10' wide) usually needs 1.5 to 3 cubic yards depending on depth; for a durable driveway use a compactable base (6" of 2A or base rock) topped with 2" to 3" of 3/4" crushed stone. Material plus delivery for that size often runs a few hundred dollars, while full contractor-installed costs depend on excavation and compaction and can range higher; request a local quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate price.
Naming can vary regionally, but generally '2A' refers to crushed stone with fines that compacts well for a base, while '2B' can be a similar base mix with slightly different gradation. For driveways in French Gulch choose a compactable base mix (often called 2A, base rock, or crusher run) and for drainage choose washed stone without fines (like #57) to keep water flowing.
Bulk delivery is usually the most cost-effective for anything over a couple of cubic yards because per-ton prices are lower and labor is minimal. Use 50 lb bags only for very small jobs or when truck access is impossible; if you live near a supplier, pickup can save delivery fees but factor in truck size, weight limits, and your time.
Yes — products like resin-bound aggregate, polymeric sand, and stabilized gravel systems are designed to bind gravel into a hard surface. Hello Gravel can deliver the aggregates, but binders and installation are often special-order or performed by contractors, so check availability for your zip code and ask about local suppliers who carry the stabilizer products.
Avoid pea gravel on steep slopes, high-traffic walkways, or for French drains where migration and clogging are concerns; its round shape can roll and shift. Instead choose angular, washed crushed stone (like #57 for drainage or crushed 3/4" for pathways) or a stabilized gravel product if you want a firm walking surface.
Provide clear delivery instructions at checkout, confirm road width and overhead clearance, and identify a safe drop point since tri-axle dump trucks are typical. Because French Gulch is a small mountain community, plan for possible extra drive time, ask about staging options if the truck cannot reach the property, and contact Hello Gravel customer service for guidance before ordering.
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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