Dry River Beds & Decorative River Rock Materials

From erosion control to visual contrast, these river rock and decorative stones help you define drainage paths and open areas with lasting structure and appeal.

Dry River Beds & Decorative River Rock

What to Use for Dry River Beds

These materials are selected for their smooth shape, natural color, and ability to stay in place, perfect for building dry creeks, accent borders, or open ground cover.

Dry river bed installation with decorative river rock in Fort Worth, TX

Materials in Stock

  • Dry river bed with natural stone for erosion control in Aledo, TX

    River Rock & Cobblestone

    Rounded, naturally colored stone ideal for shaping dry creek beds, defining runoff areas, or softening open ground.

  • Native river rock landscaping for backyard accents in Burleson, TX

    Mexican Beach Pebble

    Polished and uniform in shape, often used for higher-end applications or detail zones.

  • White dolomite decorative river rock for garden design in Trophy Club, TX

    White Dolomite & White Marble

    Bright, clean options for high-contrast areas or modern designs.

  • Decorative pebbles shaping a dry creek bed in Weatherford, TX

    CO Salt and Pepper & Grey Ice

    Neutral-toned stone that blends into native landscapes and supports subtle water-themed designs.

  • Polished river rock border for flower bed in Fort Worth, TX

    Native & AZ River Rock

    Local-style stone with natural color variation—great for dry streambeds or informal pathways.

Why Builders Choose Big Tex for Dry River Beds

Rock That
Stays Put

Rounded but heavy enough to hold its place in dry channels and border areas—no constant reshaping needed.

Ready-to-
Load Variety

We stock multiple colors and sizes so you can match the tone and scale to your project layout.

Fast Yard
Support

Need help deciding what size works best for coverage or slope? We’ll help sort it out fast.

Materials Pulled
Before You Arrive

Call ahead and we’ll prep the load—most trucks are out in 15 to 20 minutes.

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Trusted by Customers Across Fort Worth – And Beyond

“Perla was very helpful in finding out how much river rock was needed for my flower bed.”

– Rolando M. via Google Reviews

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How It Works


01

 Building a Dry Creek or Accent Area?

Let us know the space and the style—we’ll guide you to the right mix of size, tone, and texture.

02

Use the Material Calculator

Estimate how much rock you’ll need before heading in. It helps get you in and out fast.

03

Call Ahead or Drop In

We’ll review the details, talk through your layout, and pull what you need.

04

Load and Head to Site

No delays. No sorting piles. Just clean materials and real support.

Ready to Shape Your Next Landscape Feature?

Use the calculator, give us a call, or swing by the yard—we’ll help you find the right stone and load it up fast.