How much landscape rock for 50 square feet?
Covering 50 sq ft with rock 2 inches deep takes 0.32 cubic yards — about 0.42 tons of river rock (5% extra included).
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Your results
Rock needed0.42 tons
Volume0.32 cu yd
Weight843 lb
0.5 cu ft bags18
Rock for 50 sq ft by depth
| Depth | Cubic yards | Tons (river rock) | Tons (lava rock) |
|---|
| 2 in | 0.32 | 0.42 | 0.16 |
| 3 in | 0.49 | 0.63 | 0.24 |
| 4 in | 0.65 | 0.84 | 0.32 |
The math
50 × 2 in ÷ 12 × 1.05 = 8.8 cu ft = 0.32 cu yd
× 1.3 tons/yd³ = 0.42 tons
Common questions
How many tons of river rock for 50 sq ft?
About 0.42 tons at 2 inches deep.
Want the full method, tips and other sizes? See the landscape rock calculator guide.
Last reviewed November 1, 2026. Results are estimates — confirm with your supplier.
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