free tent camping will be available on a first come first serve basis at the Ionia Free fair grounds. some sites include water and electric. bathroom and shower facilities will be available to all campers.
Alice Springs Campground is the closest to the highway and just a few minutes drive to downtown Ionia. Click the link for more info. https://www.alicespringsrvpark.com/
Lansing and Grand Rapids Hotels close to I-96 will be 30-40 Minute easy drive to the start line.