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Decorative Gravel and Custom Walkways

Decorative gravel and custom walkways add structure and low-maintenance style to a landscape. Whether you want a river rock bed that eliminates a spot where grass never grows, a decomposed granite path, a natural stone walkway, or a gravel utility area, we install with proper excavation, barrier fabric and metal edging so the material stays where you put it instead of migrating into the lawn after the first heavy rain.

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1-3 days
Finished stepping stone path in golden gravel

Specifications

Materials
River rock, decomposed granite, utility gravel, natural stone
Edging
Metal edging installed to contain material
Weed suppression
Pinned barrier fabric beneath all aggregate
Applications
Pathways, walkways, driveway and patio extensions, utility areas, dry creek beds

What you get

  • Very low maintenance

    No mowing or watering, and fabric plus edging keeps it tidy.

  • Solves problem areas

    Ideal for deep shade, side yards and slopes where grass will not hold.

  • Material stays put

    Metal edging and pinned fabric prevent migration into the lawn.

  • Wide material choice

    River rock, decomposed granite and natural stone to suit your home.

Finished river rock walkway along fence

Materials we use

River rock, decomposed granite, utility gravel, natural stone, barrier fabric, metal edging.

How it works

  1. 1

    Confirm final design and configuration

    Material, depth and layout are agreed before work begins.

  2. 2

    Flag and clear the work area

    The area is cleared and 811 is called if underground lines could be affected.

  3. 3

    Excavate and level

    The area is excavated to the correct depth and leveled.

  4. 4

    Install and pin barrier fabric

    Fabric is laid and pinned to suppress weeds and keep aggregate from sinking into soil.

  5. 5

    Install metal edging

    Edging defines the border and keeps material contained.

  6. 6

    Install aggregate

    The selected material is spread to consistent depth.

  7. 7

    Final level, tamp and rinse

    The surface is leveled, tamped and rinsed clean so the color shows true.

Custom walkways and gravel paths

Concrete stepping stones, decorative gravel, river rock and paver walkways from All Green Landscapes projects.

Concrete stepping stones in dark gravel
Concrete stepping stones in dark gravel
Stepping stones and river rock beside air conditioners
Stepping stones and river rock beside air conditioners
Golden gravel and stepping stones at patio entry
Golden gravel and stepping stones at patio entry
Completed narrow side yard gravel walkway
Completed narrow side yard gravel walkway
Crew finishing gravel around stepping stones
Crew finishing gravel around stepping stones
River rock walkway around utility equipment
River rock walkway around utility equipment
Completed concrete stepping stone path in charcoal gravel
Completed concrete stepping stone path in charcoal gravel
finished paver walkway with charcoal border
paver walkway end detail with dark border
Paver walkway end detail with dark border
See installation stages and more project photos (14)
Side yard stepping stones before gravel fill
Side yard stepping stones before gravel fill
Stepping stone layout beside utility equipment
Stepping stone layout beside utility equipment
Side yard walkway excavation and edging
Side yard walkway excavation and edging
Golden gravel walkway screenshot
Golden gravel walkway screenshot
Utility access stepping stones before rock fill
Utility access stepping stones before rock fill
Walkway fabric and gravel installation detail
Walkway fabric and gravel installation detail
Long stepping stone walkway on prepared base
Long stepping stone walkway on prepared base
Crew spacing concrete pavers over landscape fabric
Crew spacing concrete pavers over landscape fabric
Gravel fill beside newly placed stepping stones
Gravel fill beside newly placed stepping stones
Concrete walkway installation screenshot
Concrete walkway installation screenshot
Crew grading a side yard walkway base
Crew grading a side yard walkway base
Stepping stone placement through side gate
Stepping stone placement through side gate
Long side yard stepping stone layout
Long side yard stepping stone layout
Stepping stone layout beside curved landscape border
Stepping stone layout beside curved landscape border

Frequently Asked Questions

Will gravel spread into my lawn?
Not when it is installed correctly. Metal edging contains the perimeter and pinned barrier fabric keeps material from sinking, which is what causes spreading over time.
Do weeds grow through gravel?
Pinned barrier fabric under the aggregate suppresses growth from below. Occasional windblown seed can sprout on the surface and is easily removed.
What is decomposed granite like to walk on?
It compacts into a firm, natural-looking surface that walks comfortably — a common choice for garden paths and informal walkways.
Can gravel help with drainage?
Yes. Dry creek beds and gravel swales can channel runoff attractively, and we often combine them with drainage work.

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Decorative gravel and custom walkways add structure and low-maintenance style to a landscape. Whether you want a river rock bed that elimina...

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