How much gravel for 50 square feet?
At 3 inches deep, 50 square feet needs 0.46 cubic yards of gravel, or about 25 bags (0.5 cu ft (50 lb) each).
Crushed stone weighs about 1.4 tons per cubic yard; it varies by stone type.
| Depth | Cubic yards | 0.5 cu ft (50 lb) bags | Tons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 in | 0.31 | 17 | 0.43 |
| 3 in | 0.46 | 25 | 0.65 |
| 4 in | 0.62 | 34 | 0.86 |
1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. Bulk delivery is usually cheaper than bags above about 1 to 2 cubic yards.