I can't speak to if you need a guide but as far as accommodations I would check airbnb. I was out there beginning of March and found a place about 5 miles from the lake for under $40 a night. There was plenty of room for my boat and a place to plug it in. It was a little studio type thing which was perfect for me. The lake is big, and pretty clear so if you are not used to that kind of fishing maybe it is worth a guide?