Tragic accident: A mother of four dies in a state park while hiking with her children

A mother of four died on Wednesday after falling from a steep area at a Massachusetts state park.

Carolyn Sanger, 49, of Topsfield, tragically fell approximately 50 to 75 feet and was declared deceased at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation in Sutton, as confirmed by the Worcester County District Attorney’s Office to Fox News Digital.

Shortly after 2 p.m. Wednesday, Massachusetts State Police responded to the scene, officials told Fox News Digital.

A mother of four died on Wednesday while hiking with three of her children at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation in Sutton, Mass. (Getty Images)

“We offer our condolences to the family and loved ones of the decedent,” Massachusetts State Police wrote in a statement.

Sutton police added it had also extended condolences to the family.

A GoFundMe created on behalf of the Sanger family had raised nearly $50,000, as of Thursday afternoon.

“For those who were familiar with Carrie, they knew her as a shining light; an amazing, caring mother who raised four outstanding, well-mannered, and accountable children,” the organizers expressed on the website. “She was a friend to all, and her warm smile and gentle soul will be deeply missed. Her departure was untimely, but she departed this world engaged in what she loved, surrounded by those she loved.”

The popular state park is known for its 70-foot-deep chasm that splits granite bedrock, Boston 25 News reported.