We were originally from Grand Rapids and there are not many campground in the immediate vicinity of the city. There are campgrounds on the lakeshore which would be 1/2 hr to 1 hr away in Grand Haven,Holland areas. There is a campground in Coopersville which is 1/2 hr to the west or in Cedar Springs which is north of Grand Rapids. To the south maybe one at Gun Lake or Yankee Springs Recreational area. As far as shuttles, I would think there should be some information regarding that on their website. Can't help with that. Have fun - art prize is fantastic!