gravel (n)

The ground around the swing set was covered with gravel.
The construction site was covered in a layer of gravel for stability.
She walked barefoot on the beach, feeling the cool gravel between her toes.
The driveway was paved with a mixture of small stones and sand, creating a textured surface with the presence of gravel.
The sound of tires crunching on the gravel echoed through the quiet countryside.