Crusher Run vs Jersey Shore Gravel

Crusher Run

Dense blend of crushed stone and stone dust ranging from 1.5" down to fine particles. The fines fill voids between larger stones, creating a surface that self-compacts into an exceptionally firm, stable base. Crusher run is the most popular single-material solution for driveways and parking areas.

Jersey Shore Gravel

Jersey Shore gravel is a naturally rounded, multicolored stone originating from river deposits in the northeastern United States. Its smooth texture and varied coloration make it a popular decorative gravel.

Crusher Run

• ✓ Driveways
• ✓ Parking areas
• ✓ Road base
• ✓ Foundation sub-base
• ✓ Backfill
• ✓ Equipment pads

Jersey Shore Gravel

• ✓ Landscaping
• ✓ Garden beds
• ✓ Decorative ground cover
• ✓ Walkways

Crusher Run

• + Self-compacts into an extremely stable surface
• + Single-layer application (no need for multiple grades)
• + Excellent load-bearing capacity
• + Affordable and widely available
• + Fines lock stones together to resist shifting

• − Not decorative — utilitarian gray appearance
• − Can become muddy if drainage is poor
• − Dusty in dry conditions
• − Tracks onto paved surfaces
• − Requires compaction equipment for best results

Jersey Shore Gravel

• + Attractive multicolor appearance
• + Smooth texture
• + Low maintenance

• − Does not compact
• − Can shift under foot traffic
• − Higher cost than standard gravel

Crusher Run

Mix of angular crushed stone from 1.5" down to fine stone dust. The blend of sizes is what makes it self-compacting. Color is typically gray or blue-gray depending on source rock. Sometimes called "crusher run" because it's the raw output of a stone crusher.

Jersey Shore Gravel

Typically available in 3/8" to 1.5" sizes. Colors include tan, brown, gray, and red tones.