Calgary · Gravel
Gravel in Calgary — All Sizes, Bulk Delivery from Local Suppliers
Calgary gravel needs run from a homeowner's quick driveway top-up to a contractor's 200-yard subbase order. Dirtlink shows you live gravel listings from Calgary pits, recyclers, and job sites — filtered by size, type, load minimum, and delivery zone. No more chasing quotes through three suppliers.
Common gravel types in Calgary
- Pit run — bank-run, unscreened gravel straight from the pit. Great for base and structural fill. Cheap by the yard. See dedicated pit run page.
- Road crush (20mm minus) — crushed gravel with fines that compacts hard. The default driveway and parking pad spec. See dedicated road crush page.
- 3/4" crush — clean crushed gravel with no fines. Used for drainage layers and weeping tile.
- 20mm clear / washed rock — washed crushed rock for drainage, French drains, and decorative use.
- Pea gravel — small rounded stone, common for paths and play areas.
- Driveway gravel — typically road crush or a 20mm minus blend, applied 4–6" deep over a compacted subbase.
How to choose
- Driveway: Road crush over a compacted subbase. Top with a finer screening if you want a smoother surface.
- Drainage / weeping tile: 3/4" clear crush or 20mm washed rock — never a material with fines.
- Patio base / pavers: Compacted road crush base, then paver sand on top. See sand page for paver sand specs.
- Decorative ground cover: Pea gravel, river rock, or rundle rock — see landscape rock page.
Calgary gravel pricing
Pricing varies by size, source pit, and distance from your site. 20mm minus road crush is typically the cheapest crushed product; washed and decorative materials cost more. Tandem loads (~14–16 cubic yards) are the most cost-efficient delivery format.
Frequently asked questions
How much gravel do I need for a driveway in Calgary?
A 4" deep layer covers about 80 sq ft per cubic yard. A typical 20'x40' driveway needs ~10 cubic yards at 4" depth. For a new build with no existing base, plan 6–8" total over a compacted subbase.
What's the best gravel for a Calgary driveway?
Road crush (20mm minus). It compacts hard, sheds water, and handles freeze-thaw cycles. Some homeowners top with 1/4" minus screenings for a smoother finish.
How much does a tandem load of gravel cost in Calgary?
Pricing fluctuates by season and pit. Live listings on Dirtlink show current pricing.
Can I get gravel delivered same day?
During peak season (April–October), often yes. Filter listings by "same-day available."
Do gravel suppliers spread the load or just dump it?
Most Calgary suppliers dump only. Spreading is a separate service. Some Dirtlink listings include spreading by a paired contractor.
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