Lodge Cast Iron

Lodge Cast Iron: Over 125 Years of American Craftsmanship

Lodge Cast Iron is the oldest surviving cast iron cookware manufacturer in the United States, and its story is as enduring as the pans it produces. In 1896, Joseph Lodge started the Blacklock Foundry, a company focused on manufacturing a wide range of cast iron products, including cast iron cookware. The foundry experienced success until a fire destroyed it in 1910 — but Joseph Lodge and his family didn't give up. Just three months after the fire, the company was reborn down the road as the company we know today: Lodge Cast Iron.

Tucked between the Appalachian Mountains and the Tennessee River, Lodge's story begins in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, where the brand continues to stand by the family values and high quality cast iron that Joseph Lodge founded the company upon. Lodge forges 50 million pounds of cast iron pots and pans every year, and it all happens in the same small town where the company first started.

Innovation Rooted in Tradition

Throughout its history, Lodge has balanced deep tradition with a willingness to innovate. The brand automated most production in the 1960s, replaced coal furnaces with more efficient electromagnetic induction in the 1990s, and introduced the first pre-seasoned cast iron pan in 2002 — an innovation that quickly became standard industry practice. The replacement of the coal-fire cupola furnaces with an electro-magnetic induction melting system even earned a Tennessee Governor's Award for Excellence in Hazardous Waste Reduction.

Lodge Cast Iron has been making heirloom-quality cookware and accessories since 1896, currently operating two foundries in South Pittsburg, Tennessee — its home since the very beginning. Backed by over 125 years of experience, each piece of Lodge cookware is crafted for durability and versatility. Today, Lodge proudly continues to manufacture its products in the U.S., making use of traditional sand-casting techniques — a commitment that highlights their dedication to American manufacturing and allows for transparency in the production process.

A Full Family of Cast Iron Cookware

Lodge's American-made seasoned cast iron collection includes skillets, Dutch ovens, and griddles, as well as grill pans and grill presses — perfect for grilling, baking, and serving for both outdoor and camping use and at home. Ideal for serveware and bakeware, Lodge products are cherished by beginners, home cooks, and chefs alike — and are made without PFAS, cast to last for generations.

• Seasoned Cast Iron Skillets – Cook anything from the basics to culinary works of art in a classic seasoned cast iron skillet, available in a wide range of sizes and usable on the stovetop, on the grill, and even over a campfire.
• Dutch Ovens – Known as the original slow cooker, cast iron Dutch ovens have been a staple in American kitchens and campfires for centuries, ideal for hearty soups and stews, slow-cooked meats, deep-fried chicken, and artisan bread.
• Enameled Cast Iron – Lodge introduced a diverse and colorful line of porcelain enameled cast iron in 2005 that has earned rave reviews from media and consumers, offering the performance of European brands at a much more affordable value.
• Carbon Steel – Introduced in 2013, the Lodge Seasoned Carbon Steel line features an assortment of American-made skillets seasoned at the Lodge foundry, appealing to both professional chefs and outdoorsmen as the perfect tool for culinary aspirations.
• Bakeware & Griddles – Lodge offers all kinds of seasoned cast iron cookware, from muffin pans and casserole pans to classic cast iron and enameled cast iron bakeware, all great additions to any kitchen.
• Outdoor & Camping Gear – Lodge camping gear includes items such as lid stands, cooking tripods, camping cookbooks, and Lodge grills — everything needed for a campground cookout.

Built to Be Passed Down

Cast iron cookware is prized for its durability and ability to improve with age, developing a natural, non-stick surface through seasoning. It is perfect for everything from frying and baking to roasting and simmering, making it a staple for both home cooks and professional chefs. The basic foundation of Lodge's seasoned cast iron pieces is the same across all products — each piece is made with just iron and oil, seasoned and ready to use, and designed to be passed down for generations. Whether you're cooking a weeknight dinner on the stovetop or mastering a Dutch oven recipe over an open campfire, Lodge Cast Iron delivers the reliability and character that only 130 years of American ironwork can produce.