Mountain Lake Biological Station

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Find us on Twitter and on Instagram It is the field station of the Biology Department at the University of Virginia.

Mountain Lake Biological Station is a field research and teaching facility located in the deciduous hardwood forest of the Appalachian Mountains in southwestern Virginia. MLBS provides a wide array of natural environments, as well as two laboratories. Full living accommodations are available on site. We invite researchers and students of biology or environmental science to visit our website, mlbs.org, or contact the station about research and course opportunities.

07/16/2026

7/18/26 | A behind the scenes opportunity for a unique gem in
"Come meet the animals, plants, and fungi of Salt Pond Mountain, and get to know the scientists and artists who study them! At the MLBS Open House, you'll get a close-up look at how we research the fascinating organisms and ecosystems of this place. Explore our labs and studios, wade into the pond, take a guided walk, experience art inspired by science, and chat with friendly folks who would love to share their work with you. This is a free, family-friendly event. We are excited to show you around!" - Mountain Lake Biological Station

02/04/2026

Summer job at MLBS? Yes, please! Now accepting applications for Station Assistants. Details and application at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0080155/Station-Assistant-Staff-Wage

01/23/2026

Check out our 2026 courses! We hope you'll join us for Field Herpetology, Field Biology of Fishes, and/or Field Behavioral Ecology. Interested in all 3 PLUS a week of research experience with an MLBS lab? Consider applying for the new 10-week Field Research Practicum. https://mlbs.virginia.edu/summercourses

01/21/2026

Apply now for the NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates program at MLBS! https://mlbs.org/reuprogram

11/12/2025

See what's new and noteworthy at MLBS in the fall edition of the Echoes newsletter!https://mlbs.org/system/files/2025-11/Echoes%20Fall%202025.pdf

08/10/2025

Great feature on our Field Biology of Fishes class!

06/18/2025

Ruth Patrick Hall - beautiful in any light!

Address

240 Salt Pond Cir
Pembroke, VA
24136

Telephone

+15406267196

Website

http://www.mlbs.org/

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