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HARDSCAPE GUIDE · BEND, OREGON · 2024

Boulder Landscaping Cost in Bend, Oregon

Boulders and natural rock are some of the most striking elements you can add to a Central Oregon landscape. They're low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and look completely at home in Bend's high desert environment. Here's what boulder landscaping costs in Central Oregon.

Boulder Landscaping Cost in Bend

Boulder SizeMaterial CostDelivery + Placement
Small (100–300 lbs)$50–$150$200–$500
Medium (300–800 lbs)$150–$400$400–$800
Large (800–2,000 lbs)$400–$1,000$600–$1,500
Feature boulder (2,000+ lbs)$1,000–$3,000+$1,000–$3,000+

Types of Rock We Use in Bend Landscapes

  • Basalt — local volcanic rock, dark gray, very durable
  • Granite — light gray to pink, classic look
  • Sandstone — warm tones, softer texture
  • Lava rock — lightweight, porous, very local to Central Oregon
  • River rock — smooth, rounded, great for dry creek beds
  • Decomposed granite — fine-textured, great for paths and xeriscape
  • Crushed basalt — angular, dark, excellent for mulching beds

Boulder Placement: It's an Art

The difference between a boulder landscape that looks natural and one that looks like rocks were just dropped in a yard is placement. Natural rock outcroppings always have boulders partially buried, tilted at the same angle, and grouped in odd numbers.

Our design team has placed thousands of boulders across Central Oregon. We know how to make rock look like it belongs — because in Bend's volcanic landscape, it does.

PRO TIP

Partially burying boulders (1/3 of the rock below grade) makes them look natural and anchors them so they don't shift. Never place boulders flat on the surface — it always looks artificial.

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Pricing Disclaimer: All prices shown are typical market ranges for general planning purposes only and do not constitute a binding quote or guarantee of cost. Actual costs depend on site conditions, property size, scope of work, and materials. Advertised flat rates are firm as stated. All other estimates require a free on-site assessment. Contact us for a written estimate.