Made in USA sneakers and athletic footwear are very hard to find, but we have the list. Our readers have been asking for American made sources for their sneakers, athletic shoes, running shoes, gym shoes, tennis shoes… or whatever you call them!
We have finally put together a source list for American made sneakers and athletic footwear for men and women that even includes walking shoes, minimalist running shoes, athletic sandals, bike shoes, golf shoes, and more.
If you really want to buy American made shoes for sports, these are your options. (As always, if you feel we've missed any, let us and everyone else know by posting in the comments section.)
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Made in USA Sneakers, Athletic Footwear
SOM Footwear
SOM Footwear‘s made in USA sneakers are made around the foot so they won't hurt the foot while letting the toes do the work they were meant to do. Many of SOM Footwear's athletic customers appreciate these sneakers for that specific reason. If you are looking for a shoe that treats your feet right while you are out on a trail run, the Trailhead has you covered! The Trailhead is SOM's most technical, sports-driven shoe, using the abrasion-resistant SuperFabric® while keeping out the mud, rain and other elements Mother Nature can throw at you.
Earth Runners Sandals: Eco-engineered Minimalist Earthing Shoes
Earth Runners minimalist sandals are Eco-engineered earthing shoes, made in California. What are earthing shoes you ask? Our feet are the body's natural connection to the Earth. Earth Runners earthing sandal technology offers energy flow between the foot and the earth. Earth Runners feature grounded conductive lacing system™ to keep you secure and in tune with the earth’s natural rhythms–at every step.
Inspired by the ancient Tarahumara huarache running sandals, Earth Runners combine the timeless unisex design with the barefoot benefits of grounded earthing shoes. Earth Runner running sandals recreate that one-of-a-kind primal experience of running or hiking barefoot while minimizing the risk of injury to your feet.
These American made minimalist sandals are perfect for all of your outdoor adventures.
Made in the USA Sneakers, Athletic Footwear: The Ultimate Source List
Also, check our source list for made in USA Activewear!
If you notice that we have missed your favorite American made shoe brand, please let us know in the comments and we will add them to our list!
Running Shoes, Walking Shoes, Sneakers
- Be Real minimalist trail running shoes are made in the USA
- Carson Footwear minimalist running shoes are made in Oregon
- Hersey Custom Shoe Company running and walking shoes are made in Massachusetts
- New Balance, women and men’s sneakers, select styles made outside of Boston, Massachusetts Note: Check labels. Only select styles are made in USA, New Balance is listed in 10 Things We Love, Made in Massachusetts
- PF Flyers hi-top canvas made in USA sneakers for men and women are made in the USA
- P.W. Minor athletic shoes, sneakers for men and women have been made in the USA for over 100 years
- Reebok has a line of made in USA sneakers
- SAS San Antonio Shoes offers several styles of athletic shoes, sneakers for men and women, all made in the USA
- SoftStar RunAmoc minimalist running shoes are handmade in Oregon
- SOM Footwear, quality minimalist & casual made in USA sneakers for men and women made in Colorado. Learn more about SOM Footwear minimalist sneakers at the top of this post!
- Zuzii sneakers for women are made in Los Angeles, California
Athletic Sandals
- Bedrock Sandals minimalist sandals for men & women are designed for outdoor adventures and made in California
- Earth Runners minimalist sandals are Eco-engineered earthing shoes, made in California.
Learn more about Earth Runners minimalist sandals at the top of this article.
- LUNA Sandals minimalist sandals for men, women, and kids are made in Seattle, Washington
- Unshoes minimal sport sandals are made in the USA
- Shamma Sandals minimalist running sandals are made in California
Bike Shoes
Don't miss our list of American Made Bikes: From Trikes to High Performance, and American Made Bike Gear.
Climbing Shoes
- Evolv rock climbing shoes are assembled in California
Golf Shoes
- Allen Edmonds spiked leather golf shoes are made in Wisconsin
Don't miss our list of Unique Golf Gifts, All American Made
Footwear Accessories
- Ener-Gel  inserts for walking and sport shoes are made in the USA
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Unfortunately PW Minor is no longer in business. They shut their doors for the last time on October 5, 2018 after 150 years in the shoe making business.
Finally people are searching for american products and not cheap Chinese low quality bs.
Unfortunately PW Minor went out of business last year.
I want to find a USA manufactured long-distance walking shoe. I love MBT rocker walking shoes but wear the soles out in six months, at $200 this is steep for six months use. I’m 70+ (35 X 2 plus a little) old and average 30+ miles walking a week with very bad knees, so I need shoes that are easy on the knees. Any suggestions besides ordering a new body?
NIke are garbage, didnt last 3 months, the tips all came unglued. 70.00… Might try NB.
Just threw my nike’s In the garbage ! Going out tomorrow to buy a pair of New Balance ! Great site , thanks !
does it have amazon listing
Thanks for sharing USA sneakers list here.
This is a great list! And I’ve started looking for athletic footwear for this summer. Now I have a good selection of choices to buy them made in USA!
Does anyone know about an American sneaker with Gel Soles like Asics? I tried New Balance, but nothing comparable.
I just discovered this site and wanted to know if these sites offer Vegan friendly sneakers as well. I am browsing around but can not find it yet if the sites have them.
That’s huge list. really informative article too. thanks for it.
This is the first time I’ve heard of any of these, and wow, have I been missing out! I love the Earth Runners Sandals, I want to check them out, they look really cute and good for your feet!
Hello Tracey Hanson,
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You totally missed the Keen company in Portland, Oregon. They’re an awesome company as well as manufacturing great shoes – in the USA.
Keen shoes are made in China.
Sorry. Lems are made in China. Keen is USA.
really informative resources. thanks
Where can I try them on at?
Looking for all white mens tennis shoes, USA made.
Unless you can find some vintage Converse (from when they were made in the USA), I think your best bet is New Balance. https://www.newbalance.com/made-in-the-usa/ I will keep looking !
I was in Kohls today and NB sneakers were all made in Vietnam and Indonesia
I just discovered this site and wanted to know if these sites offer Vegan friendly sneakers as well. I am browsing around but can not find it yet if the sites have them.
Good idea for a new list Debra! I will see what I can find in Vegan footwear made in USA.
wait vegan footwear, thats a thing?
Another one to add to this list: XeroShoes!
Recently featured on Shark Tank, I believe.
They make minimalist sandals and now, shoes.
Nowhere on there website does it say made in the USA
I have been wearing New Balance for years for running and walking. I will check out these other companies too.
New Balance for me from now on. No more Nike.
That’s why I am here too
I’ve been wearing NIKE since 1972. Never again. I just ordered my first 2 pair of New Balance. One way or the other, I’ll never buy another NIKE product.
I have been buying New Balance shoes for about 40 years. The owner donates generously the youth of this country. For example, New Balance Stadium in Gloucester, MA was donated to Gloucester High School about 7 years ago. Gloucester is not a wealthy town and. NB’s donation was a godsend.
I started buying NB athletic shoes for my son when he was about 12 years old because it was the only sneaker made in a EEE width back around 1982. Twice a year we made the 25 mile trip to the NB factory in Allston//Brighton for new shoes.
We are NB fans for life.
I just got some NB from Zappos and ithey say made in China! I’m bummed!
It is easy to tell which are American made and the ones that are made in other countries. The American made are 178.00 and the ones made in other countries are 79.00. It is your choice which you choose, Americans get paid about $12.00 more an hour than other countries so the price reflects that. You pay for what you get. I prefer American made because the product is better and it keeps my fellow Americans working.