This tranquil setting stretches for miles as the sun sets behind the mountain. From Death Valley National Park in California to Mount Saint Helens in Washington, these stunning photos were taken by Ryan Dyar, of Seattle, Washington. The 30-year-old photographer has travelled coast to coast across America, capturing the natural beauty of the country along the way. He says, 'I try to bring three a dimensional sense of life to a two dimensional medium – almost as if you could walk into the frame.
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
INSIDE Britain's last Naval hospital where scurvy was cured looks like an NHS time capsule .
What lies beneath this building site? Britain's great hope of winning the pre-WW2 arms race against Nazi Germany .
A cheeky chipmunk offers some of his spare food, before deciding against the idea and shoving the extra peanut into his already crammed mouth .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .
HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .
WITH A wide smile plastered across his face, this little gecko is ready for his close up .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .