Two words....Grand Haven!
As much as i HATE their noise ordinances on a typical wkend they totally openend their doors for the Smoke on the Water poker run and the APBA races back in the day.
Make it happen! Lake Michigan can can get HUGE out there, nice public beach, plenty of dock space and hotel rooms, fun bars...ok maybe a bit cold in Oct
Its a Coast Guard town too so maybe Gino could work his magic. If not this year, keep it in mind for a future race site.