The best bet for a place to stay is at the Norris Clinton exit. There is a Holiday Inn express there.There are also a lot of places to eat at that exit. The second Lake City exit has a couple of maw and paw motels and there is a Craker Barrel , The day fishing is off and on depending on how bright the sun or how strong the cold front. Sunday morning when it was very cloudy the fish were almost jumping in the boat, Friday when it was bluebird and cold the fish were almost impossible to catch. This week end is supposed to be cloudy and rainey so the Smallies will be up and chasing.The water temps have been running in the mid 50's the lake is very clear for the most part. The night bite has been great if you can stay out there. Roll a spinnerbait on the main channel points.Good Luck Fish2win