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Pea Gravel Calculator
Estimate pea gravel cubic yards, tons, material cost, delivery, and coverage for landscaping beds, patios, walkways, playground areas, drainage zones, and decorative ground cover.
Pea Gravel Calculator
Estimate pea gravel cubic yards, tons, and cost
Calculate pea gravel for patios, walkways, playground areas, landscaping beds, drainage areas, and decorative ground cover.
Common pea gravel depths
Results
Pea gravel needed
1.36 yd³
1.83 tons estimated
Pea gravel is commonly used for decorative landscaping, patios, walkways, playground areas, drainage, and ground cover. Confirm density and delivery minimums with your local supplier.
How to calculate pea gravel
Pea gravel is estimated by volume first, then converted into tons for ordering. Measure the project area, choose a depth, convert inches to feet, calculate cubic feet, divide by 27 for cubic yards, then multiply by tons per cubic yard.
Area
Length × Width
Cubic Feet
Area × Depth in Feet
Cubic Yards
Cubic Feet ÷ 27
Estimated Tons
Cubic Yards × Tons Per Cubic Yard
Common pea gravel depths
Best uses for pea gravel
Landscaping beds
Pea gravel creates clean decorative ground cover around planting beds and low-maintenance landscape zones.
Walkways
A 3-inch layer can work well for garden paths and pedestrian walkways when edged properly.
Patios
Pea gravel patios are budget-friendly, permeable, and fast to install compared with poured hardscape surfaces.
Drainage
Pea gravel may be used for some drainage applications, but washed stone size and soil conditions matter.
Play areas
Pea gravel can be used in playground or pet areas when depth, containment, and maintenance are planned.
Ground cover
It helps reduce mud, improve appearance, and create defined outdoor utility areas.
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Pea gravel calculator FAQ
How do I calculate how much pea gravel I need?
Multiply length by width to get square feet, multiply by depth in feet to get cubic feet, divide by 27 to get cubic yards, then add waste.
How deep should pea gravel be?
Use about 2 inches for decorative cover, 3 inches for walkways, and 4 inches or more for patios, play areas, or deeper coverage.
How much does a cubic yard of pea gravel weigh?
Pea gravel commonly weighs about 1.3 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard, but supplier density can vary.
Should I order pea gravel by the ton or cubic yard?
Many suppliers sell by the ton, while calculators often start with cubic yards. Convert cubic yards to tons using the supplier density.