It's probably too late to arrange accomodations now, but there are a lot of rental properties with docks right on the water. It may not be a viable option now (considering the water is so low), but for future trips, you might consider one of those. If you and a few buddies split the cost, it wouldn't be much. Some places go for about $100-125 a night.
Anyway, just an idea for any future trips. I've had the opportunity to do that with a large group of family several times, now, and I've always been pleased with the experience.
Oh yeah, and this is my first post on the boards. Hellow to all you fellow anglers.