Colorado Skippers

Colorado Skippers come out of the Colorado River already shaped by water. They are oval and round, free of fractures, and they arrive hand selected, washed and stacked on pallets. The colors are the draw: gray, red, blue, tan, and speckled black and white, all in one mix. They are a favorite for stream beds, ponds and Asian-style gardens.

River stones in five colors

A pallet of Colorado Skippers holds a range of color. Grays and tans make up the calm part of the mix. Reds, blues and the speckled black and white stones give it interest.

Because the stones are washed before they are palletized, you see their true color at the yard. Wet them and the colors deepen, which is how they will look in a stream or pond edge.

Hand selected and fracture free

Each stone is chosen by hand, so the shapes stay consistent: smooth ovals and rounds without broken faces. That matters where the stones are the feature, such as a dry creek, a border along a path or the ground around a fountain.

Naturally rounded stone like this is a classic choice for water features. Tell staff how the stones will be used so they can confirm the fit for your project.

Ordering Colorado Skippers

Cobbles and pebbles are sold by weight. Bring the length, width and depth of the area you want to cover and staff will help with a quantity.

Supply depends on what has arrived at the yard. Call (916) 363-4239 to check current stock, and see the rest of our cobbles and pebbles.

Popular uses

• Dry creek beds
• Pond and stream edges
• Asian-style gardens
• Borders along paths and patios
• Ground cover around fountains and boulders